During the stop, K9 Officer Bear was deployed to conduct a free air sniff of the vehicle and alerted police to the the odor of narcotics inside the vehicle. Photo provided by Marshall County Sheriff’s Department.

News Release

PLYMOUTH – At about 11:50 p.m. on June 23, a Marshall County Deputy performed a traffic stop on a Chevy Impala on the on ramp to US 31 northbound from Veterans Parkway.

The vehicle was occupied by a driver, Stephanie Williams, and passenger Matthew Sanders.

During the stop, K9 Officer Bear was deployed to conduct a free air sniff of the vehicle. Upon doing so, the dog alerted to the presence of the odor of narcotics inside the vehicle.

After further investigation the deputy located found methamphetamine, some controlled substances, paraphernalia, marijuana and scales inside the vehicle. The passenger of the vehicle also had paraphernalia on his person.

Both were charged with possession of methamphetamine greater than 10 grams but less than 28 grams,
possession of a controlled substance, possession of paraphernalia and possession of marijuana. They were booked
and lodged at the Marshall County Jail.