BARAGA COUNTY, MI— A Pelkie man has been arrested on drug charges, following a year-long investigation by the Upper Peninsula Substance Enforcement Team.
Detectives found the suspect had been bringing large amounts of meth and cocaine to Baraga County and made several undercover purchases. Detectives, the MSP Hometown Security Team, and troopers from the Calumet Post set up surveillance. They identified the suspect’s vehicle Saturday on M-189 and stopped it near Covington.
A State Police K-9 led police to the engine compartment, where they found a quarter pound of illegal drugs in a magnetic box attached to the inside of the engine.
A search warrant was also executed at a residence on Sarya Road in Pelkie. Detectives seized 15 handguns, 7 long guns, and 2,500 rounds of ammunition. Digital scales, a money counter, and drug paraphernalia were also seized.
The suspect is charged in Baraga County with possession with intent to deliver meth and cocaine. Additional charges are expected.
