| January 18, 2021, a Jackson, Michigan man was arrested for dealing heroin after a traffic stop in Jackson County. The investigation began when Senior Trooper Randel Miller conducted a traffic stop on a 2021 Kia passenger car traveling southbound on I-65 just north of Seymour, Indiana. While speaking to the driver, S/Trp. Miller became suspicious that criminal activity was taking place. A subsequent search of the vehicle and driver resulted in approximately 90 grams of heroin and marijuana being located and seized. The driver, Jamaal Hunt (38) of Jackson, Michigan was arrested on allegations involving Dealing a Narcotic Drug over 28 grams, Level 2 Felony, Possession of a Narcotic Drug over 28 grams, Level 3 Felony, and Possession of Marijuana, Class C Misdemeanor. Hunt was transported to the Jackson County Jail where he was being held pending an initial appearance in the Jackson County Circuit Court. S/Trp. Miller was assisted at the scene by Master Trooper Jason Hankins, Indiana State Police-Versailles.The investigation determined that the heroin was being transported from Michigan to Florida and had an estimated street value of just under $10,000. SGT. STEPHEN WHEELES Under the law, criminal charges are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. |
