By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY
Salina Post
A Salina teen was arrested on requested drug charges after a traffic stop late Wednesday afternoon.
According to Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester, an officer was traveling in the 700 block of W. Walnut Street when a vehicle turned left in front of him onto Baker Street, causing the officer to slam on his brakes to avoid a collision.
The incident occurred at approximately 4:55 p.m. Wednesday.
The officer was able to stop the vehicle in the 100 block of Baker Street. While talking with the driver, the officer noticed the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle, Forrester reported. The driver and a front-seat passenger, identified as Caleb Barke, 18, of Salina, were detained.
A search of the vehicle produced approximately 60 grams of marijuana in a bag, Forrester noted.
Barke was arrested on the following requested charges, according to Forrester.
●Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute
●Possession of drug paraphernalia
●Possession of drug proceeds
●No drug tax stamp