Five Arrested in Major Bryan Drug Bust

News Summary

In a recent drug operation in Bryan, local authorities arrested five individuals in the Midtown district. The Bryan SWAT team executed a search warrant and uncovered methamphetamine, needles, fentanyl, and a large quantity of THC gummies. Additionally, another case involved a woman facing charges for allegedly endangering a child by feeding him THC-infused cookies. The community is left questioning safety as multiple arrests point to ongoing drug issues.

Five Arrested in Bryan’s Drug Bust

In a surprising turn of events for the residents of Bryan, five individuals found themselves in handcuffs after a significant drug operation was carried out by local authorities in the Midtown district. This operation unfolded on a busy Friday afternoon around 3 p.m., igniting both concern and curiosity among locals.

The Bust: What Happened?

The Bryan SWAT team assisted police in executing a search warrant on Olive Street, uncovering a shocking haul. Among the findings were methamphetamine, needles, fentanyl, and a staggering 700 grams of THC gummies. The authorities wasted no time in apprehending the suspects, who include:

Karen Hinton, 46
Claton Collier, 44
Kelly Londrigan, 40
Kevin Soto, 56
Roxann Espinoza, 32

All but one of these individuals now face charges related to the possession of controlled substances, with bond amounts set at varying levels.

A Disturbing Incident Involving a Child

While this bust raised eyebrows, another case has shocked the Bryan community. A 32-year-old woman named Latisha Bozeman is facing several serious charges after it was reported that she allegedly fed her stepson a cookie containing THC. After eating the cookie, the child was found lying on the ground and foaming at the mouth, leading to concerns for his health.

His biological mother quickly took him to the hospital, where medical staff confirmed that he had indeed ingested THC. Authorities soon executed a search warrant at Bozeman’s home on Bittle Lane, where they stumbled upon even more alarming evidence: crack cocaine being cooked in a microwave and various other drugs.

During their search, police discovered:

A water bottle containing promethazine
A partial brick of powder cocaine
80 grams of marijuana
Half a pound of K2, a synthetic marijuana
A stolen shotgun

Bozeman now faces multiple charges, including Manufacturing and Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, and Child Endangerment.

More Trouble in Bryan

As if one shocking story wasn’t enough, the College Station Police Department made two additional arrests related to drug possession and sales in Bryan. These arrests took place in a home on the 500 block of West 29th Street, where police uncovered marijuana, methamphetamine, ecstasy, and drug paraphernalia.

The individuals arrested were identified as:

John Pilkey, 43
Bobbie Jean Jones, 36

Both Pilkey and Jones have been charged with possession of marijuana, manufacturing and delivery of a controlled substance, as well as delivery of marijuana to a child, raising serious concerns about their activities.

A Year and a Half Investigation

In another twist, a long-term investigation led by the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office culminated in the uncovering of a methamphetamine conversion lab in Bryan. This operation, which spanned approximately a year and a half, uncovered:

204 grams of methamphetamine
4.8 grams of marijuana
3 grams of Adderall
1.4 grams of Dextroamphetamine
1.2 grams of Hydroxyzine

Numerous individuals, including Greer, Munoz, Salas, Gross, and Nash, were arrested as part of this extensive operation, with bail set at varying amounts.

Community Impact

The flurry of arrests and the severity of the crimes leave many in Bryan wondering about the overall safety and well-being of their community. With multiple law enforcement agencies working together, the hope is that these operations will put a significant dent in the ongoing drug issues facing the region. It’s a wake-up call for everyone to remain vigilant and informed as we navigate these concerning developments.