Adair County Deputy Sheriff Aaron Rainwater stopped a 2000 Chrysler being operated by 25-year-old Juan Gomez of Columbia when he observed a syringe inside the vehicle. During a search of the vehicle, Deputy Rainwater discovered suspected methamphetamine.
Gomez was charged with two counts of Failure to Wear Seat Belt; Possession of a Controlled Substance, first degree, 1st offense(Methamphetamine) and Operating on a Suspended or Revoked Operators License.
A passenger in the vehicle, Kristen Stephens of Russell Springs was arrested on two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance, 1st degree, 1st offense and Buy/Possess Drug Paraphernalia.
Deputy Rainwater was assisted at the scene by Columbia Police Officer Johnny Dial.