Marianna, FL (WDNews) – In the early hours of Sunday, August 4, 2024, a routine patrol turned into a major drug bust for the Marianna Police Department. An officer on duty observed a silver Toyota Camry making sudden evasive maneuvers on Clay Street. The vehicle, which displayed faulty equipment, was stopped at the intersection of Old Cottondale and Harley Drive.
Robin Sims, 61, and Ashley Griffin, 28, both of Marianna, were arrested after a search of their vehicle revealed a significant quantity of illegal drugs. Officers discovered 49 Oxycodone pills (26.3 grams), 50 Alprazolam (Xanax) pills (17.5 grams), and 208 Hydrocodone pills (111.9 grams). The strong odor of marijuana from the vehicle provided probable cause for the search.
Sims and Griffin face multiple charges, including trafficking in Hydrocodone and Oxycodone, and possession with intent to sell Alprazolam. Both were transported to the Jackson County Correctional Facility awaiting their first appearance.
The Marianna Police Department encourages anyone with information about crime to contact them at (850) 526-3125, Chipola Crime Stoppers at (850) 526-5000 or toll-free at (888) 804-8494. Tips can also be submitted via Chipola Crime Stoppers
