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North Vernon Police bust Indy man for meth dealing, possession

Baker-Courtesy of NVPD

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - North Vernon Police officers conducted a complex narcotics operation that resulted in the arrest of James Wade Baker of Indianapolis on Thursday, June 18.

At approximately 11:15 p.m., Baker was taken into custody following a narcotics investigation targeting the distribution of methamphetamine.

During the operation, Baker allegedly attempted to flee in a vehicle and resist law enforcement officers before being apprehended.

Baker was arrested on preliminary charges of:

  • Dealing in Methamphetamine
  • Possession of Methamphetamine
  • Obstruction of Justice
  • Resisting Law Enforcement (Vehicle Flight)
  • Resisting Law Enforcement
  • Driving While Suspended Prior
  • Possession of Paraphernalia

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