On Sunday, June 18, 2017, at approximately 2:55AM, a Nolan County deputy stopped a gold Chevrolet Suburban in the 900 block of Lamar Street, for minor traffic infractions. Contact was then made with the driver, who was accompanied by passenger George Gonzales, of Sweetwater.

During a roadside investigation, the deputy discovered contraband which lead to the discovery of suspected heroin and methamphetamine. A probable cause search of the vehicle was then conducted, which lead to the discovery of contraband commonly used in the consumption of the suspected narcotics. A Sweetwater Police K9 was utilized in the probable cause search of the vehicle.

Mr. Gonzales was placed under arrest and transported to the Nolan County jail where he was charged with the felony offense of possession of controlled substance. This case will be filed with the 32nd Judicial District Attorney’s Office for prosecution.