A traffic stop in Martin County Tuesday evening led to the arrest of a Freelandville man on multiple drug-related charges. Indiana State Police say Troopers Austin Collins and Nick Goller stopped a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado for speeding on U.S. 50 in Shoals around 6:45 p.m. During the stop, officers identified the driver as 58-year-old Robert J. Neukam and discovered he had an active warrant out of Vigo County. Police say Neukam was taken into custody, and during a search, suspected methamphetamine was found on his person. Trooper Collins’ K-9 partner Leo later alerted officers to the presence of narcotics in the vehicle, leading to the discovery of suspected legend drugs, controlled substances, and drug paraphernalia. Troopers also reported signs of impairment. Neukam was taken to Daviess Community Hospital for a chemical test before being transported to the Martin County Jail. He faces preliminary charges including possession of methamphetamine, possession of a legend drug, possession of a controlled substance, operating while intoxicated, possession of paraphernalia, and the Vigo County warrant. Authorities note that all charges are allegations and Neukam is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
