DOMESTIC DISTURBANCE LEADS TO DRUG ARREST-

 

NEWTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE (9-19-19 8:54 AM)

 

On September 19th, 2019 Officers responded to a residence in Lincoln Township, Newton County in regards to a domestic disturbance and possible suicidal subject.

 

During the course of the investigation officer’s checked the residence for the possible suicidal subject however were unable to locate her inside. A K9 from Indiana DNR was later able to track the subject (who had left the residence on foot) into the woods.   She was found to be unharmed.

 

While in the residence, officers detected a strong odor of marijuana and located drug paraphernalia in plain view.  Consent to search was given by the homeowner at which time approximately 1.3 pounds of Psilocybin (Mushrooms) were located in the house, along with an in-active grow operation.

 

28 year old Michael J. McGarrity of Roselawn was arrested on probable cause-

Dealing a Schedule I Controlled Substance

Possession of a Schedule I Controlled Substance

Possession of Paraphernalia

 

ALL SUSPECTS ARE CONSIDERED INNOCENT UNLESS/UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY IN A COURT OF LAW

 

Assisting Agencies: Jasper County Sheriff, Indiana DNR, Newton County EMS, Lincoln Twp Fire