NEWS
Search warrant nets 1 arrest, methamphetamine
A 37-year-old Bowie man suspected of drug trafficking was arrested during a search warrant execution at his home at 131 Long Street on July 12.
Montague County Sheriff Marshal Thomas said his office has been conducting a length investigation into Roy Daniel Mead for possible drug sales. A Crime Stopper tip also assisted.
The warrant was executed shortly before 5 p.m. Thomas said Bowie Police Department assisted with manpower during the search.
Items seized at the residence included approximately 8.5 grams of methamphetamine packaged for individual sale with a set of scales. There also were two ounces of liquid believed to contain meth and 300 grams of liquid that field tested positive for meth.
Mead was arrested on complaints of manufacture of a controlled substance one-four grams and manufacture /delivery of a controlled substance four to 200 grams. His bonds totaled $100,000 and as of Tuesday he remained in jail.
A BOIL WATER NOTICE remains in effect for City of Bowie, TX water customers along Highway 81 from Parker Road to Old Bowie Lake. Affected customers should use bottled or boiled water for drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth. Results of water testing should be available shortly after noon today. If the testing is good, the BOIL WATER NOTICE may be lifted shortly thereafter
A boil water order was implemented Monday afternoon for the area served at U.S. Highway 81 from Parker Drive to Old Bowie Lake as water line repairs were made. The order remains in place today. If you are affected by this order and need bottled water call 940-977-4941.
City of Bowie officials report Montague County, TX will be under an ELEVATED FIRE THREAT today. Please be careful. Hear Audio Alert:https://hrpow.us/H9U9gWU
A heat advisory also continues until 8 p.m. tonight. Remember to check on pets and older neighbors. Stay safe.
Photo of a previous grass fire, Bowie News file photo.
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