Last night at approximately 10:30, Trooper Otolski was patrolling in the area of Epworth Road and Lincoln Avenue when he stopped the driver of a 1997 Ford Escort for a defective headlight and false registration. The driver was identified as Gavin McCuiston, 23, of Evansville. A female passenger originally gave false information about her identity, but she was later identified as Danielle Tucker, 26, of Evansville.
A search of the vehicle revealed approximately 50 grams of synthetic marijuana, which was packaged in over 25 individual baggies. Troopers also discovered one gram of meth and scales inside the vehicle. McCuiston and Tucker were arrested and taken to the Warrick County Jail where they are currently being held without bond. While Tucker was being processed in the jail, correctional officers discovered more baggies containing synthetic marijuana inside her bra.
Arrested and Charges:
- Gavin McCuiston, 23, Evansville, IN
- Possession of Meth, Class 6 Felony
- Possession of Synthetic or Look-a-like Drug, Class A Misdemeanor
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Class A Misdemeanor
- Danielle Tucker, 26, Evansville, IN
- Obstruction of Justice, Class 6 Felony
- Failure to Identify, Class A Misdemeanor
- Possession of Synthetic or Look-a-like Drug, Class A Misdemeanor
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Class C Misdemeanor
