Two people arrested following drug bust in Ohio

OHIO — Two Richwood residents were arrested on multiple drug-related charges following a traffic stop in Washington Township that also resulted in an overdose response, according to the Washington Township Police Department.

The incident occurred at approximately 7:09 p.m. on May 29 near Main Street and Burkhart Avenue. Police said officers stopped a vehicle driven by 57-year-old Jason Ford after a registration check showed his driver’s license was suspended.

Officers reported observing signs of possible drug use after making contact with Ford and his passenger, 40-year-old Samantha Lawrence. Authorities said Lawrence appeared to be chewing on an unknown substance, and a check of her mouth revealed a white powdery substance…

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