PARIS, Texas (KTEN) — A routine security check led to the arrest of a Paris man on multiple drug charges after officers responded to a report of a large crowd on September 7.
Paris police were dispatched to the 1800 block of Cedar Street where a gathering had drawn concern. Upon arrival, they encountered 35-year-old Richard Kelley Canella.
According to authorities, Canella appeared delusional and exhibited signs of narcotics use. A subsequent search led officers to discover methamphetamine, marijuana, and prescription medications in his possession.
Canella was taken into custody and now faces charges including:
Possession of a controlled substance
Possession of marijuana
Possession of a dangerous drug
He was booked into the local detention center. The investigation is ongoing.
