Jason Davar Johnson, 47, of Trail Creek, is facing felony charges after a traffic stop at the intersection of Ann Street and Franklin Street led to the discovery of a large amount of suspected lookalike narcotics.
According to court documents, officers observed a vehicle at a gas station in the 1200 block of Franklin Street with false license plates before initiating a stop near Ann Street. Upon approaching the vehicle, officers detected the odor of burnt marijuana and removed the occupants from the vehicle.
During a search, police located multiple bags containing a green plant-like substance, a prescription pill bottle, and U.S. currency.
Investigators reported recovering approximately 431 grams of the substance in one bag and an additional 5.6 grams in another, along with $481 in cash.
Police stated Johnson told officers the substance was “herbs and spices” used to make tea and smoke, adding that people referred to him as a “doctor” because it helped with sickness. He also admitted that individuals would come to him to purchase the substance.
Johnson was taken into custody and transported to the LaPorte County Jail.
Charge filed April 27,2026:
Dealing in a Lookalike Substance – Level 6 Felony
