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K-9 search uncovers stolen car, drugs in Monroe County

MONROE COUNTY, Ind. — An Oaktown man was arrested on Saturday after a traffic stop in Monroe County.

According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, around 1:17 a.m., police conducted a traffic stop with a 2005 Red Ford F-250 that appeared to be stolen from a person in Sullivan County.

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The driver, 24-year-old Dawson Kelm, was arrested on multiple charges after police found a firearm on him.

While he was being detained, a search of the vehicle was performed by K-9 Figo and his handler.

Figo’s search led to several narcotics being found, including fentanyl pills, alprazolam pills, acetaminophen and hydrochloride pills, methamphetamine, cocaine, and another firearm.

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Kelm is preliminarily facing the following charges:

  • Possession of Methamphetamine — Level 4 Felony
  • Dealing in Methamphetamine — Level 5 Felony
  • Possession of a Narcotic Drug — Level 5 Felony x 2
  • Unlawful Carrying of a Handgun — charge type unspecified by MCSO
  • Possession of a Legend Drug — Level 6 Felony
  • Dealing In a Legend Drug — Level 6 Felony
  • Identity Deception — Level 6 Felony
  • Driving While Suspended Prior — Class A Misdemeanor

Kelm was taken to the Monroe County Correctional Center, where his behavior was not compliant enough to get a booking photo.

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