PRESS RELEASE
On November 22, 2017, Olean-based Troopers conducted a traffic stop on Elm St in the City of Salamanca for vehicle and traffic violations. During the interview of the operator, Lindsey Little, an odor of marijuana was allegedly detected from inside the car. During a probable cause search of Ms. Little she refused to follow commands and pulled away from the Trooper. She attempted to walk away and was subsequently restrained by handcuffs. The passenger, Andrew Maclean, was then detained while the Troopers searched the car and the contents therein which resulted in allegedly finding over 15 grams of methamphetamine, over 5 grams of psilocybin (mushrooms), marijuana, heroin, a switchblade knife, digital scales and plastic baggies. Both Ms. Little and Mr. MacLean were taken to SP Olean and processed where they were then taken to the Salamanca Police department holding cells pending arraignment for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd (Felony), Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th, Obstruct Governmental Administration 2nd, Resisting Arrest, and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana.
