Staff report
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The METRICH Enforcement Unit, consisting of the Galion Police Department Special Investigations Unit, the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office and the Bucyrus Police Department, executed a search warrant at 328 North Market Street in Galion on Oct. 2, 2013. The search warrant was conducted in reference to illegal drug activity.
During the search, officers found suspected heroin, suspected marijuana, drug paraphernalia, syringes, prescription medication and cash. The resident, Lyle Roberts, age 51, was arrested. Another male, Kraig Onie, age 43, was arrested for outstanding warrants. Charges are pending.
“The Galion Police Department and METRICH Enforcement Unit continue to work together to develop information regarding illegal activity and coordinate investigations,” said Galion Police Chief Brian Saterfield. “We appreciate all information we receive regarding illegal activity from the community and ask that the reports continue. We cannot do this alone.”
Any suspicious or drug activity can be reported to the Galion Police Department TIPS line at 419-468-3480. All calls remain anonymous.