A routine traffic stop in White County on Wednesday, March 26, led to the arrest of a Homer man on multiple drug-related charges, including trafficking methamphetamine.
According to the White County Sheriff’s Office, Crime Suppression Units conducted the traffic stop on a red Ford Ranger near Skitts Mountain Road and Campground Road. During the stop, K9 Jelly was deployed for a free-air sniff, which led officers to establish probable cause for a search.
Authorities say Quasim R. Scott, 43, a passenger in the vehicle, was found in possession of a glass pipe commonly used for smoking methamphetamine. A further search of Scott allegedly revealed a large quantity of methamphetamine—later weighed at over 1.5 ounces—along with cocaine and several other controlled substances.
Scott was taken into custody and charged with multiple offenses, including: trafficking methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of methamphetamine, possession of cocaine, possession of Schedule IV controlled substances (Alprazolam and Clonazepam), possession of drugs not in original container, possession of drug-related objects and obstruction of a law enforcement officer.
Scott was transported to the White County Detention Center, where he remains in custody. The investigation is ongoing.
