Crime & Safety
Agitated Statham Man Arrested For Allegedly Having Drugs
An arrest isn't the same as a conviction.
By Brittini Ray
A Statham man was arrested at the 2300 block of Atlanta Highway after a dispute with his neighbors.
Christopher Michael Patrick, 38, faces three charges: disorderly conduct, violation of Georgia Controlled Substance Act by possession of methamphetamine, and obstruction of a law enforcement officer.
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Patrick appeared agitated and high strung, according to authorities. When asked to submit a pat down to check for weapons, Patrick struggle and resisted. During the struggle, a glass smoking pipe and a small quantity of methamphetamine were discovered.
An investigation is ongoing.
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