The Columbia Police Department responded to a reported theft on Scott Street on Monday night, April 3, 2023. Officers located a male at the former Dreamland Motel on Burkesville Street and recovered part of items reported as stolen on Scott Street. The male was also found to be in possession of suspected methamphetamine and heroin.
Jeffrey Wright, 49, of Campbellsville, KY was placed into custody and has been charged with receiving stolen property as well as one count each possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine) and possession of a controlled substance (heroin). Wright was additionally found to have two active warrants out of Russell County.
Officer Trevor Foster was the investigating officer. He was assisted by Sgt. Drew Conn.