EUFAULA, Ala. (WDNews) — A traffic stop by Eufaula Police Special Operations and Narcotics Investigators led to the arrest of a local man and the seizure of drugs, packaging materials, and a firearm.
On Sept. 17, investigators stopped a vehicle driven by Edaniel Bowers, 35. After police canine “Coco” alerted to the presence of narcotics, officers searched the vehicle. The search uncovered about 42 grams of powder cocaine, nine ounces of synthetic cannabinoids, digital scales, drug packaging materials, and a firearm.
Bowers was charged with two counts of drug trafficking, resisting arrest, attempting to elude, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
“This seizure and arrest are the culmination of a diligent investigation conducted by the EPD Special Operations/Narcotics Division, one of many conducted in recent months by the Unit, who are dedicated to combating drug distribution and the violence associated with it within our community,” the department said.
All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
