Columbia Police, while on general patrol on Sunday night, November 28, 2021 came upon a vehicle that had ran off the roadway on Young Street. After making contact with the operator, it was determined that a male subject was under the influence and was placed into custody. During a subsequent search of the vehicle, drug paraphernalia and suspected methamphetamine was located by Officers.
Larry Shawn Phillips, 46, of Columbia has been charged with DUI 1st, operating on a suspended license, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), and theft by deception.
Officer Trevor Foster made the arrest. He was assisted on scene by Sgt Evan Burton.