Traffic Stop Nets Over 450 Grams of Crystal Meth
Gibson County – Early this morning at approximately 5:35, Trooper Ross Rafferty was patrolling US 41 when he stopped the driver of a 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis for having a defective tail light and failing to indicate a lane change in heavy traffic near Warrenton Road. Rafferty stopped the vehicle on US 41 near SR 68. The driver was identified as Tyshecqua M. Cook, 25, of Indianapolis. A passenger was identified as Travontae R. Franklin, 25, of Indianapolis.
While Trooper Rafferty was talking to the driver an odor of marijuana was detected inside the vehicle. Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Deputy Baehl and his K-9, Ali, arrived to assist and performed a free air sniff around the vehicle. Baehl’s K-9 alerted to the presence of narcotics. During a search of the vehicle officers found 458 grams of crystal meth located inside the front passenger door panel. The street value of the meth is approximately $20,000.
Both subjects were arrested and taken to the Gibson County Jail where they are currently being held without bond.
Arrested and Charges:
• Tyshecqua M. Cook, 25, Indianapolis, IN
1. Possession of Meth over 10 grams, Level 3 Felony
2. Dealing Meth over 10 grams, Level 2 Felony
3. Driving While Suspended, Class A Misdemeanor
• Travontae R. Franklin, 25, Indianapolis, IN
1. Possession of Meth over 10 grams, Level 3 Felony
2. Dealing Meth over 10 grams, Level 2 Felony
Arresting Officer: Trooper Ross Rafferty, Indiana State Police
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