Traffic stop on interstate yields DUI, drug charges for Cookeville man

45-year-old Jason Robertson was charged with driving under the influence, possession of marijuana, and possession of a legend drug after he was observed on Interstate 40 swerving in and out and was found to be intoxicated and in possession of marijuana and pills without a prescription.

On April 30th, THP Officer Hart observed a BOLO (Be On the Look Out) vehicle on Interstate 40 near Mile Marker 232 that was swerving in and out into an adjacent lane and almost striking another vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was identified as Jason Robertson.

Jason Robertson (WCSO)

The officer noted the observation that Jason had slurred speech and a cigar pack on the passenger seat that contained three marijuana cigarettes. Field sobriety tests were administered and Jason showed signs of impairment. According to the affidavit, Jason admitted to taking “various illicit substances”. While being searched during booking, officers located six pills in Jason’s sock that were identified as Etizolam 3 mg.

Jason Robertson was arrested and charged with driving under the influence, possession of marijuana, and possession of a legend drug. He was later released on his own recognizance.



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