Columbia Police initiated the traffic stop on Burksville Street on Monday night, September 6, 2021. After making contact with the operator, identified as 44-year-old Brad Vaughn of Liberty, KY, officers obtained permission to search the vehicle. Police located a glass pipe inside the auto. While Mr. Vaughn was outside the vehicle, he grabbed the pipe and threw it over a hillside. Vaughn was placed into custody and police were able to locate the pipe.
Vaughn is facing numerous charges including Tampering with Physical Evidence, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and several traffic violations as well.
CPD Officer Joey Keith made the arrest. He was assisted by Officer Justin Cross and Sgt. Drew Conn.