Three people arrested following drug bust in Indiana

INDIANA — A Saturday morning traffic stop for speeding in Knox County led to the arrest of three people and the seizure of illegal drugs.

Deputies stopped a 2008 Dodge Ram at the intersection of SR 67 and Church Road. K-9 Zeno indicated the presence of illegal drugs in the vehicle.

A subsequent search revealed 680 grams of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, scales, and a prescription bottle not belonging to the driver. A pipe recovered from the truck later tested positive for methamphetamine.

The driver, 39-year-old Joshua Barmes, was arrested and charged with dealing in marijuana, possession of paraphernalia, possession of methamphetamine, and legend drug deception. He remains in jail on a $10,000 bond.

Information obtained during Barmes’ arrest led to search warrants for two Bicknell residences on Washington Street. Searches of 702 and 705 Washington Street uncovered an additional 800 grams of marijuana, paraphernalia, scales, and smoking devices.

Nicole Marie Sloan, 39, and Tonya J. Riker, 43, were arrested in connection with the residences. Both face charges of dealing in marijuana, possession of paraphernalia, and maintaining a common nuisance. Sloan also faces charges for possession of methamphetamine and a hypodermic needle. Both were released after posting $5,000 bonds.

Authorities said the investigation is ongoing.