Press release
On Feb. 27, Henderson County Narcotics Investigator Kendell Wellman conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for traffic violations on Peachtree Road near Gun Barrel City. The driver of the vehicle was identified as James Walker from Gun Barrel City. During a search of Walker, a substance believed to be methamphetamines was located in his pants pocket. A search of Walker’s vehicle also yielded suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Walker was placed under arrest and charged with possession of a controlled substance in penalty group 1, under 1 gram. Walker was transported to the Henderson County Jail where he awaits arraignment.