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Another Drug bust in Center

 
Sheriff Willis Blackwell reports that on Feb. 8, 2016 Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sergeant Michael Griffin and reserve deputy Del Birdwell were on routine patrol in area of the new Loop 500 and FM 699 in Center. The deputies made contact with a vehicle bearing license plates and registration sticker which had been altered.
 During the course of the investigation, Sergeant Griffin identified the occupants of the vehicle as David Tillotson, 47, of Joaquin and Amy Michelle Windham, 39, of Center. Due to the nervous nature of Tillotson, Sergeant Griffin asked for permission to search the vehicle and consent was given. Sergeant Griffin observed a box containing a set of digital scales in the driver’s side door, along with a cigarette box containing a homemade metal pipe and a clear plastic bag containing what appeared to be marijuana. Another cigarette box was also located that contained a clear plastic bag containing a white crystal like substance believed to be methamphetamine. 
Tillotson was placed under arrest for possession of marijuana (M-B) and possession of a controlled substance (F-2). Windham was found to be in possession of a glass pipe and a Tylenol bottle holding a plastic bag containing what is believed to be methamphetamine.
 Windham was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance (F-3) and forgery for an outstanding warrant out of San Augustine County.
 A field test produced a positive identification for methamphetamine and the total weight of the narcotics yielded 7 grams. 
Assisting in the investigation were Deputy Bradley Horton and Center P.D. Officer Scott Burkhalter. Sheriff Blackwell would like thank Center P.D. for their assistance and encourages the citizens of Shelby County to continue with the tips that are being called in. Sheriff Blackwell would like to encourage anyone that suspects illegal activity to please call the Shelby County Sheriff's Office at 936-598-5600. All calls are confidential and you do not have to leave your name.
 
 

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