One Arrested During Execution OF Early Morning Search Warrant

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On August 26^th, 2011, at approximately 0530 Hrs., Sgt. Investigator Daniel Mogan from the Anderson County Drug Investigation Unit, along with members of the Anderson County Tactical Unit, Texas DPS – Criminal Investigation Division, and Palestine Police Department executed a controlled substance search warrant in the 100 blk. of W. Dallas, at the residence of Anthony D. Adams, 29 years of age.

Adams and another female were detained at the residence, and Adams was ultimately arrested in connection with the search warrant.

Investigators seized approximately 4.3 grams of suspected cocaine, 12.4 ounces of suspected marijuana, and 13.7 grams of assorted unidentified tablets, in addition to $729.00 in cash. Additional contraband seized included a scanner, scales, and packaging materials.

During initial execution of the warrant, a Taurus PT140 .40 caliber semi-automatic handgun was thrown from inside the residence through a window, landing at officers’ feet. The firearm was also seized as evidence. “That had to be a tense moment for officers to hear the window crash, followed by finding a gun at their, feet”, said Chief Jeff Powell. “The Drug Investigation Unit responded to the community’s concerns regarding this location, and did a good job following up on those concerns.”

“We appreciate all of the help that the Drug Unit gets from the ACSO, as well as DPS while running on these places. It is going to take a community effort to identify and stamp out the drug houses. If anyone has any information regarding other problem areas, they can call (903)729-4651. Investigators ask that you be patient regarding returned calls, as they may be out of the office from time to time.”

Adams was charged with Poss. Controlled Substance PG1 >4gm<200grams, Possession of a Firearm by Felon, and Possession of Marijuana more than 4 ounces but less than 5 lbs.

The female who was initially detained was the released at the scene.

PALESTINE PD ADDS NEW SUMMER UNIFORMS

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Officers Chase Scarbrough and Justin Carlson model the Palestine Police Department’s new Summer Uniforms.

Officers from the Palestine Police Department will be sporting modified uniforms until the end of September this year.

The Palestine Police Department has authorized the optional Modified Summer Uniforms for patrol and other duties within the department.

The uniforms will consist of a blue-gray colored shirt that has an embroidered badge and the officer’s name on the front of the shirt, along with “Palestine Police Department” on the back of the shirt. Officers were given the option of wearing knee length shorts instead of pants, as well.

“The Officers who chose to participate are really excited about the additional options. With the weather that we have had, they have been welcomed by many officers”, says Operations Chief Jeff Powell. “We just wanted to inform the public of the addition, so they wouldn’t be surprised by contacting officers in a different design of uniform.”