SALEM, OR — A man faces multiple charges after an early morning traffic stop in north Salem led to the seizure of drugs and a firearm.
At approximately 2:30 a.m. today, a Salem Police officer on patrol conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle with three occupants in the area of Silverton RD near Lana AV NE. The driver, Michael Martin Trevino, age 37, had an outstanding warrant and did not have a license. He was taken into custody.
One of the passengers, Justin David Tickell, age 41, was found with a small quantity of methamphetamine. He was cited for possession of a controlled substance and released at the scene.
Another passenger, Gavino Manuel Rocha, age 28, initially resisted arrest. Rocha was found with a handgun, drugs, and paraphernalia on his person. Officers seized the gun, nearly eight ounces of methamphetamine, and cash.
Trevino and Rocha were transported and lodged at the Marion County Jail. Trevino has since posted bail.
Rocha remains in jail custody on the following charges:
- Felon in possession of a weapon, firearm
- Unlawful possession of methamphetamine
- Unlawful delivery of methamphetamine
- Unlawful manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance within 1,000 feet of school
- Unlawful possession of a weapon, firearm
Rocha will be arraigned on Monday, March 31, at 2:30 p.m. at the Marion County Circuit Court Annex.
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