Archive of 02-10-10

CRACK COCAINE DEALER ARRESTED

Completing an investigation into a local seller of crack cocaine, Task Force Agents arrested Jay E. Lucas, age 36, 573 Southland Cemetery Road, Cutler, at his residence on 9 Feb 10. The arrest follows a controlled purchase of a quarter ounce of crack cocaine by an undercover operative from Lucas on 14 May 09. Mr. Lucas sold the cocaine to the operative for $550 in the presence of hi two small children. Charged with a third degree felony count of trafficking in drugs, Lucas is incarcerated in the Washington County Jail without bond pending his initial court appearance at 1 pm today.

The following individuals were processed into the Washington County Jail:

On 10 Feb 10 Sgt. Norman and Deputy Sheriff Caltrider responded to a 911 hangup call at the residence of Benda Erb, age 59, 915 Rhodes Road, Lowell. Mrs. Erb informed the Deputies she was arguing with her husband over monetary issues and she phoned 911 when she felt things were getting out of hand. Mrs. Erb said she was unharmed and did not fear for her safety during the argument. As a result, Deputy Sheriff Caltrider closed this case as unfounded.

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