Three Fulton men were arrested and taken to the Callaway County Jail after an undercover narcotics operation caught them allegedly selling methamphetamine in a gas station parking lot.
According to court documents, a narcotics investigator working with the MUSTANG Task Force had a confidential informant (CI) attempt to purchase meth from Michael Braxton.
Undercover Drug Transaction
The CI reportedly handed cash to Braxton, who then spoke with two other individuals before they left the area. A short time later, a silver Mercedes arrived at the gas station.
Authorities identified the driver as James Wike and the passenger as Robert Winling.
Investigators said they saw Braxton pass the money to Wike and Winling. In exchange, Wike and Winling allegedly handed Braxton a gram of methamphetamine.
Following the transaction, officers moved in and arrested all three men.
Charges Filed
Prosecutors have filed multiple charges against the suspects:
James Wike faces:
Two counts of Delivery of a Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams or Less of Marijuana or Synthetic Cannabinoid
One count of Possession of a Controlled Substance
One count of Tampering with Physical Evidence in Felony Prosecution
Two counts of Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Robert Winling and Michael Braxton each face:
One count of Delivery of a Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams or Less of Marijuana or Synthetic Cannabinoid
The suspects remain in custody at the Callaway County Jail as they await further court proceedings.
Conclusion
This case highlights ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat drug trafficking in Callaway County. The use of confidential informants and undercover operations continues to play a key role in disrupting illegal drug activity in the region.
