SEDALIA, MO — Devantre’ Johnson, a 32-year-old man from Columbia, is facing multiple charges after his arrest in Pettis County. According to a probable cause statement, a Pettis County Sheriff’s Deputy noticed a vehicle in Sedalia that had been reported stolen out of Macon. The deputy stopped the car, leading to Johnson’s arrest.
Search Yields Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia
A search of the vehicle revealed a glass pipe with a crystal-like substance and a baggie containing drugs. The substances tested positive for both fentanyl and methamphetamine, leading to further charges for drug possession.
Charges and Bond
Johnson now faces felony charges including:
Second-degree drug trafficking
Possession of a controlled substance
First-degree tampering with a motor vehicle
Driving while suspended
His bond has been set at $150,000.
Ongoing Investigation
The case highlights the ongoing efforts by local authorities to crack down on drug trafficking and stolen vehicles in the area. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the vehicle theft and the drugs found in Johnson’s possession.