Pennington County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) – A shocking case out of Pennington County has resulted in a prison sentence for 43-year-old David Alan Jourdain, who was arrested following a drug-fueled DWI traffic stop where officers discovered meth, prescription pills, and drug paraphernalia inside his vehicle.
Jourdain was sentenced on felony fifth-degree controlled substance charges and gross misdemeanor DWI – controlled substance. Additional charges, including possession of Schedule 1-4 drugs and paraphernalia, driving after cancellation (inimical to public safety), and possession of a legend drug, were dismissed.
Court Sentencing Details
Felony Drug Charge: 15 months in prison, stayed for five years, with supervised probation. DWI – Controlled Substance: 364 days in jail, stayed for four years, consecutive to another case. Ordered to complete a comprehensive assessment and follow all aftercare/treatment recommendations. Prohibited from possessing firearms, ammunition, or explosives and must provide a DNA sample. Fined a total of $260 and required to attend the MADD Impact Panel.
Traffic Stop & Drug Discovery
The October 19 incident began when an officer stopped Jourdain near First St. W. in Pennington County after observing him driving despite having a canceled license for public safety concerns.
Signs of Drug Use:
Bloodshot eyes Avoiding eye contact A butane torch in the cup holder
When questioned, Jourdain admitted to using methamphetamine just four to five days prior and failed field sobriety tests. A preliminary breath test showed a 0.00 BAC, confirming impairment was due to controlled substances.
Shocking Evidence Found in His Vehicle
During a search of the car, officers found: Meth-laced liquid Glass pipe with burnt meth residue Six Alprazolam pills (Xanax) in the trunk Five Gabapentin pills in the glovebox Half of an acetaminophen/hydrocodone pill A shooter of Fireball whiskey Drug paraphernalia
Jourdain claimed ownership of the gabapentin pills and the glass pipe but denied knowledge of the other drugs, saying they must have been in the car when his mother purchased it. He also claimed the meth-laced liquid was just bong water.
A urine test was conducted and sent to the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for further analysis.
This bizarre and alarming case serves as a reminder of the ongoing drug crisis in Minnesota communities.
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I’m Chris Harper, reporting for TRF News