Traffic Stop leads to an arrest and seizure of suspected marijuana and paraphernalia

HOSTON MULANAXOn Monday, August 1, 2016, a Nolan County deputy stopped a gray Toyota SUV for a minor traffic infraction. Contact was made with the driver, of Roscoe who was accompanied by passenger, Houston Mulanax, of Sweetwater.

During a roadside investigation, the deputy noticed indicators of criminal activity, which later led to the discovery of suspected marijuana and paraphernalia used in its consumption.

Mr. Mulanax was subsequently arrested and transported to the Nolan County jail where he was charged with the offense of possession of marijuana. This case will be filed with the County Attorney’s Office for prosecution.