Drugs Seized During Search of Clarksburg, MO Home

Moniteau County Sheriff's deputies recently arrested a 28-year old man in Clarksburg, MO after a search led to the discovery of drugs in a residence.

According to a press release from the Moniteau County Sheriff's Office, on Wednesday (Apr 18), deputies responded to a report of possible drug activity at a residence in Clarksburg.

Deputies made contact with a resident of the home, identified as Daniel Contreras. When speaking with Contreras, deputies reportedly observed marijuana in the residence. Officers asked Contreras if they could search the home, but Contreras reportedly refused.

Deputies then sealed the home and applied for a search warrant, which was approved.

According to the press release, deputies then searched the residence and located cocaine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia.

Contreras was arrested and taken to the Moniteau County Jail to face formal charges, including Possession of a Controlled Substance (cocaine), Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond was set at $25,000.

A warrant for non-support of a child was also confirmed for Contreras, which carried a bond of $8,000.