Florida man accused of having cocaine texted homeowner about baggie on nightstand while being trespassed: HCSO
HOLMES COUNTY. Fla. - A Florida man is accused of unintentionally setting himself up to be arrested after deputies say he sent a text message about leaving illegal drugs behind in a home he was asked to leave.
What we know:
According to the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a call for service on Friday about having Christopher Newton removed and trespassed from a home.
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While on scene, deputies said Newton texted the homeowner a message that stated he had "left a baggie on the nightstand."
Christopher Newton mugshot courtesy of the Holmes County Sheriff's Office.
Deputies said they got consent to search the room where Newton had been staying and found a plastic bag containing a substance that tested positive for cocaine.
Newton was arrested and charged with possession of cocaine.
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In a social media post, the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office stated, "If you’re going to leave something behind, maybe don’t text about it!"
What we don't know:
It is unclear how long Newton stayed in the home before he was asked to be removed and trespassed.
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The Source: This story was written with information posted by the Holmes County Sheriff's Office.
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