The Columbia Police Department responded to a vandalism complaint on West Frazier Avenue, Thursday afternoon, February 11. While on scene, Officers observed a vehicle parked in the area which had a very strong odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle.
After making contact with two males, they were both found to be in possession narcotics and paraphernalia, with one male additionally in possession of a large sum of cash and scales resulting in trafficking charges.
William Miller, 29, of Columbia has been charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Trafficking in a Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine).
A second male, Jimmy Pyles, 27, also of Columbia has been charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Officer Evan Burton made the arrests. He was assisted on scene by Officer Gary Roy and Sgt Jr Murphy.