GRANGEVILLE, ID – A 21-year-old man was arrested on various drug charges early New Year’s Day. The Idaho County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy was on an Office of Highway Safety emphasis patrol when they stopped Gunnar Braaten on Johnston Cutoff Road outside of Grangeville at about 12:27 a.m.
“Further investigation indicated the driver was under the influence. A search of the vehicle yielded marijuana, paraphernalia and cocaine,” according to a press release.
Braaten was arrested for felony possession of a controlled substance (cocaine) and misdemeanor driving under the influence, as well as cited for misdemeanor possession of marijuana and misdemeanor possession of paraphernalia.
“This post is intended to provide the public with information about recent activities of the Idaho County Sheriff’s Office. It is important to remember that all individuals accused of crimes are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The charges listed in this post reflect the allegations made against the defendants at the time of their arrest,” the Sheriff’s Office adds.
Gunnar Braaten
