Columbia Police initiated a traffic stop on Friday night, December 22, 2023 on Westwood Drive initially for a vehicle having no registration plates. After making contact with the operator, CPD Officers received verbal consent to search the vehicle. During the search Officers located a clear plastic baggie between the driver and passenger seats containing a white powder substance consistent with methamphetamine.
Tyler Barrett, 25, of Columbia was taken into custody and charged with traffic violations as well as possession of a controlled substance methamphetamine.
Officer Joey Keith was the arresting Officer. He was assisted on scene by Officer Trent Williams.
