Milton, Florida – A routine overnight traffic stop in Milton escalated into a significant drug arrest, resulting in multiple felony charges against a local man, according to city police.
Traffic Stop Turns Into Drug Investigation
The incident occurred during the early morning hours on Tuesday along Glover Lane, when a Milton Police Department officer initiated a traffic stop for an equipment violation involving a broken license plate light. What began as a minor infraction quickly developed into a broader criminal investigation.
As the officer approached the vehicle, authorities say they detected the odor of marijuana and observed drug paraphernalia in plain view, giving probable cause to investigate further.
License Check Reveals Additional Violation
During the stop, officers conducted a routine check of the driver’s information. Records showed that the driver, 42-year-old Dewayne Robinson, was operating the vehicle with a suspended driver’s license, police said.
Robinson was taken into custody at the scene, allowing officers to conduct a full search of the vehicle.
Drugs Discovered During Vehicle Search
According to police, the search uncovered multiple controlled substances, including methamphetamine, marijuana, and hydrocodone. Investigators determined that the quantities exceeded misdemeanor thresholds…