Calaveras County Drug Arrests

Avery, CA– Calaveras County authorities arrested three people on several drug charges yesterday.

Sheriff’s Investigators and the Narcotics Unit served two search warrants at 221 Hunter Dam Road in Avery. According to the Sheriff’s Office, when deputies arrived on scene, three suspects attempted to conceal methamphetamine from them.

Approximately 14 grams of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia and stolen property were located in the trailer. Several other items of stolen property were also found around the property and inside the residence.

Nathan Smith was arrested and is currently being held at the Calaveras County Jail. He was charged with being under the influence of a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance for sale, possession of a controlled substance, possession of narcotics, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of stolen property.

Spencer Breinig and Crystal Towle were also taken into custody for being under the influence of a controlled substance.

Written by tina.falco@mlode.com