INDIANAPOLIS- A traffic stop conducted on I-69 by Troopers from the Bloomington District on Thursday, February 15, in Morgan County resulted in the arrest of an Indianapolis man on methamphetamine-related charges.
Trooper Chance Humphrey initiated the traffic stop at approximately 10:30 p.m. at the 132 MM for speeding. The male passenger, George G. Powell, 32, of Indianapolis, verbally identified himself to Sergeant Ian Portteus, who had stopped to assist. Trooper Clay McBride arrived at the scene of the traffic stop and deployed his K-9 partner Noble. Noble positively alerted to the possible presence of controlled substances within the vehicle. Troopers searched the vehicle and located a tied plastic bag. Further investigation indicated the plastic bag contained approximately 57 grams of methamphetamine. The investigation also indicated Powell was in possession of an empty plastic bag with a white residue substance.
Powell was arrested on charges related to the possession and dealing of methamphetamine. He was transported to the Morgan County Jail, but before booking, Troopers learned Powell may have ingested controlled substances. Out of an abundance of caution, Powell was transported to IU Health Morgan-Martinsville for medical observation. Upon medical clearance, Powell was transported back to the jail, where his custody was transferred, and he was arrested on the following charges:
- Possession with the intent to deal Methamphetamine, a Level 2 Felony
- Possession of Methamphetamine, a Level 3 Felony
- Obstruction of Justice, a Level 6 Felony
