Police: Driver allegedly tried to swallow crack
A hearing is pending for a suspected drugged driver who Butler police say tried to swallow crack cocaine after officers found him slumped over the wheel of a car earlier this month at Ritts Park.
Colby E. Nicholas, 34, of Butler Township is charged with resisting arrest, tampering with physical evidence, driving under the influence of a controlled substance, and possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia.
A call about 10 a.m. April 5 for a “smashed up” car sent officers to the park, police said. Nicholas was unresponsive in the driver's seat and the key was in the ignition and in the “on” position.
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