Marshall County Deputy locates stolen vehicle, arrests driver on drug and license charges

A Marshall County Sheriff's deputy arrested a woman early Tuesday morning after locating a stolen vehicle he had been searching for since the previous evening — and discovering additional charges in the process.

Deputy Wozniak responded Monday evening, July 6th, at approximately 8:30 p.m. to an address in the 7900 block of Union Road for a reported vehicle theft. After collecting information and issuing an attempt-to-locate broadcast, the deputy continued patrolling the area. Shortly after 12:30 a.m. Tuesday, he spotted the stolen vehicle traveling eastbound on 8th Road and was able to follow it as it parked in front of a residence.

The driver, identified as Candice L. Thomas, 32, of North Judson, told the deputy she had been in the process of purchasing the vehicle from a third party. During the investigation, deputies determined Thomas had a suspended driver's license with a prior conviction. A search of the vehicle also turned up suspected drug paraphernalia with residue that tested positive for methamphetamine.

Thomas was transported to the Marshall County Jail, where a pill was discovered on her person during intake. The pill was identified as both a controlled substance and a legend drug, adding to the charges against her.

Thomas was booked on charges of driving while suspended with a prior, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of a legend drug. Her cash bond was set at $1,500. Tim's Towing assisted at the scene.

Charges related to the vehicle theft remain under investigation and will be forwarded to the prosecutor's office for review.

Readers are reminded that charging information supported by an affidavit of probable cause is merely an allegation that a crime has been committed and that there is only probable cause to believe a crime has been committed. They are presumed innocent throughout the proceedings and are entitled to be represented by counsel and entitled to a trial by jury at which the State is obligated to provide proof beyond a reasonable doubt before a judgment of guilt may be made.