The Noblesville Police Dept. made two drug arrests as a result of a traffic stop last Tuesday.
At 2:09 a.m., Sgt. Tim Firks of the Noblesville Police Dept. was on patrol near 1900 Cherry St. when he saw the driver of a 2002 black Lexus allegedly commit several traffic violations, according to NPD Spokesman Lt. Bruce Barnes
“As a result, a traffic stop was initiated in the 17000 block of Mercantile Blvd.,” Barnes said.
During the traffic stop, Officer Brad Purvis and K9 Macho came to assist. Barnes said K9 Macho located close to four ounces of high-grade marijuana with an estimated street value of more than $1,000, packaging material, a digital scale, multiple items of paraphernalia and $325 in cash.
The driver of the vehicle, Trent M. Hodge, 22, and the passenger, Eric A. Piga, 22, both of Noblesville, were arrested on drug-related charges.
Barnes said Hodge has been charged with dealing in marijuana, a Class D felony; possession of marijuana, a Class D felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a Class A misdemeanor. Piga has been charged with possession of paraphernalia, a Class A misdemeanor.