MOUNT VERNON – On Friday evening Knox County Sheriff’s Office Deputies and Detectives teamed up with officers from the Central Ohio Drug Enforcement Task force to conduct enhanced traffic enforcement in areas throughout the county. In addition to citations for traffic offenses and two driving with suspended license charges, officers also issued citations for possession of marijuana and paraphernalia.
Officers also discovered drug abuse instruments (syringes and needles) on two separate stops as well as suspected cocaine. One person was also arrested on an outstanding warrant for drug possession.
Citizens with information concerning drugs and criminal activity are encouraged to call the confidential tip line at 740-393-6800 extension 230.
