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(KAIR)--A weekend traffic stop in the Jackson County city of Hoyt led to drug charges, among other allegations, for a Topeka couple.
According to a news release from the Hoyt Police Chief Dan Wentling, an officer stopped a vehicle early Saturday morning for a traffic infraction. That led to the arrests of 52-year-old Michael Andrews and his passenger, 49-year-old Jennifer Courtney.
A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of what police allege were drugs, drug paraphernalia, and a weapon.
Andrews is facing charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia, criminal possession of a firearm, and traffic infractions.
Courtney faces charges for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Both were booked into the Jackson County Jail.
Andrews is held on a $15,000 bond.
Courtney is currently free on a $2,500 bond.
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