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Decatur Today
By the People, for the People
Westlake Police Recover Gun, Drugs, and Cash During Traffic Stop
25-year-old Decatur, Indiana man arrested for multiple felonies after late-night incident
Published on Feb. 7, 2026
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Westlake police officers conducted a late-night traffic stop on January 24th and discovered a loaded firearm, over 3 grams of suspected cocaine, drug paraphernalia, and nearly $9,000 in cash in the vehicle of a 25-year-old man from Decatur, Indiana. The driver, who was not legally allowed to possess a gun due to prior felony convictions, was arrested and charged with multiple felonies.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in removing illegal firearms and drugs from the streets, especially during routine traffic stops where drivers may attempt to conceal criminal activity. The large sum of cash also suggests potential drug trafficking activity in the area.
The details
During the traffic stop, officers noticed signs of drug use in the vehicle and investigated further. The driver eventually admitted to having a loaded firearm, cocaine, drug paraphernalia, and a large amount of cash. Police recovered over 3 grams of suspected cocaine and approximately $9,000 in cash from the vehicle. The driver, who was prohibited from possessing a gun due to prior felony convictions, was arrested and charged with felony counts of having weapons under disability, possession of drugs, carrying a concealed weapon, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
- The traffic stop occurred at 11 p.m. on January 24, 2026.
The players
Westlake Police Department
The local law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and made the arrest.
25-year-old Decatur, Indiana resident
The driver of the vehicle who was arrested and charged with multiple felonies.
What’s next
The case will proceed through the criminal justice system, with the driver facing potential jail time and other penalties if convicted on the charges.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the importance of vigilant law enforcement and the need to keep illegal firearms, drugs, and large sums of cash off the streets in order to promote public safety in the community.
