Pontotoc County Sheriff's Department Makes Significant Drug and Firearm Arrest

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On Sunday afternoon, September 1st, the Pontotoc County Sheriff's Department's Narcotics Unit, part of the Criminal Investigation Division (CID), conducted a series of daytime operations targeting illegal drug activity. During a routine patrol of highways, county roads, and local streets, deputies observed a traffic violation that led to a stop.

A strong odor of marijuana was detected emanating from the vehicle. A subsequent search uncovered both marijuana and a firearm. The driver, 36-year-old Travis Browning from Austin, Texas, was initially arrested for possession of a firearm. Further investigation by the Major Case Unit of CID resulted in additional charges against Browning, including possession of marijuana with intent to sell and being a felon in possession of a firearm.

Travis BrowningPhoto byPontotoc County Sheriffs Department

During the arrest, authorities also seized $7,000 in suspected drug-related funds, four counterfeit Rolex watches, and a Glock 43 9mm pistol. Browning was booked into the Pontotoc County Sheriff's Department Adult Detention Center. A Justice Court Judge has set his bond at $20,000.

The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.