The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Denison man Sunday night after investigating a report of a man walking along Highway 30, just west of Vail. 25-year old Andrew Ellis was placed under arrest for Carrying a Dangerous Weapon (Pistol) without a permit (Aggravated Misdemeanor).

Upon further investigation, the Crawford County K9 “Bayou” performed a sniff of Ellis’ belongings, and indicated to the odor of narcotics coming from a black plastic case. During the search of the case, Methamphetamine and Drug Paraphernalia were seized.

Ellis was subsequently charged with Possession of Methamphetamine 2nd (Aggravated Misdemeanor) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Simple Misdemeanor). Because Ellis was possessing a pistol at the time he was possessing the controlled substances, it will enhance his penalties upon conviction.