On Friday afternoon, Columbia Police Officers conducted a traffic stop on Dillion Street which resulted in drug trafficking charges.
The stop was initiated when the operator matched a description of a male who was known to have an active warrant. After the stop was made, a passenger in the vehicle was found to have narcotics, cash, and paraphernalia on him.
Larin Stotts, 36, of Columbia was taken into custody and charged with Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Trafficking in Methamphetamine (2 or more grams) and Trafficking in a Controlled Substance (Heroin). The operator of the vehicle was also taken into custody for an outstanding warrant.
CPD Officer Ethan Pike made the arrest. He was assisted on scene by Officer Evan Burton and Adair County Deputy Josh Durbin.
