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Suspect Arrested for Possession with the Intent to Distribute Heroin

by Danielle B. Miller

May 4, 2018

Categories: On Duty

Topics: Fourth District, Good Police Work

Suspect Arrested for Possession with the Intent to Distribute Heroin

Fourth District Task Force Officers apprehended Michael Nixon (DOB: 04-29-1976) on Wednesday, (May 2) on drug law violations.

Officers conducted a suspicious person check in the 5900 block of Tullis Drive. The stop yielded the arrest of Nixon, 10 bags of heroin and over $300 in cash.

Nixon was transported to Central Lockup where he was booked on charges relative to illegal possession of heroin with the intent to distribute.

Anyone with additional information regarding this incident should notify Fourth District detectives at 504-658-6040. Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.