LaPaz Police conducted a traffic stop Friday morning about 1:40 on Cortland Street for a vehicle with expired plates.
The driver, Ken Norwick of South Bend was found to be in possession of cocaine and driving on a suspended license. He was placed under arrest and incarcerated at the Marshall County Jail on a bond of $1,505 cash.
Listeners and readers are reminded that charging information supported by an affidavit of probable cause is merely an allegation that a crime has been committed and that there is only probable cause to believe a crime has been committed. They are presumed innocent throughout the proceedings and are entitled to be represented by counsel and entitled to a trial by jury at which the State is obligated to provide proof beyond a reasonable doubt before a judgment of guilt may be made.
