Angola, IN – A stolen truck and illegal drugs were discovered early Sunday morning in Angola, leading to the arrest of two people on multiple charges.
According to Indiana State Police, the Angola Police Department responded around 2 a.m. Sunday to a report of a stolen truck seen traveling on North Wayne Street. Officers located the vehicle in a Shell gas station parking lot near North Wayne Street and Harcourt Street. Police said the driver and passenger were detained at the scene.
Authorities reported that the driver initially gave false identification information. An Indiana State Police K-9 alerted officers to possible illegal substances inside the vehicle. During a probable cause search, suspected marijuana was located in the stolen truck. Police said the passenger was also allegedly carrying suspected methamphetamine.
Investigators identified the driver as Stephen Dunn, 45, of Silver Springs, Florida, and the passenger as Danni Nickols, 32, of Ashley, Indiana. Both were arrested on a series of charges. Dunn faces felony charges including auto theft and identity deception, as well as several misdemeanors for drug possession and false reporting. Police also confirmed Dunn had an outstanding fugitive warrant from Florida. Nickols faces charges of methamphetamine possession, marijuana possession, and possession of paraphernalia.
Indiana State Police said the arrests highlight coordinated efforts between local and state agencies. Angola Police Department, its dispatch, and First Call Towing assisted in the incident.
Both suspects are being held while awaiting further legal proceedings. Police emphasized that all suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
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