Vanderburgh County – Last night at approximately 10:00, Trooper Widner was patrolling US 41south of I-64 when he stopped the driver of a 2005 Mercury for failing to signal properly at US 41 and Rusher Creek Road. Due to suspicious activity, Trooper Widner requested a K-9 unit from the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office. The K-9 arrived and alerted to the presence of narcotics inside the vehicle. Officers searched the vehicle and located a black box containing methamphetamine, synthetic marijuana, psychedelic mushrooms and several Schedule II and III drugs. Officers also found a digital scale on the floor board that was covered with white powder.
Further investigation revealed the narcotics belonged to the passenger, Philip Campbell, 42, of Princeton. He was also in possession of over $1,000 in cash. Campbell was arrested for dealing narcotics and taken to the Vanderburgh County Jail where he is currently being held on bond. The driver was released.
Arrested and Charges:
Philip Campbell, 42, Princeton, IN
Dealing Methamphetamine, Level 3 Felony
Dealing Schedule I, II and III Drug, Level 3 Felony
Possession of Methamphetamine, Level 5 Felony
Possession of Schedule I Drug, Level 6 Felony
Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor
Arresting Officer: Trooper Tyler Widner, Indiana State Police
Assisting Agency: Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office
