A Nevis man was charged with first degree drug possession, ineligible possession of a firearm, and a drug DWI after an incident in Hubbard County in late December.
According to the criminal complaint, 24-year-old Tracy Teigen was observed by off-duty Park Rapids Police Chief Jeff Appel crashing into a snowbank with a truck.
Tracy Teigen, 24. Photo courtesy of the Hubbard County Jail.
During an investigation after the crash, law enforcement arrested Teigen on suspicion of driving under the influence, and the handgun in the truck was taken by an officer. A subsequent search of the truck found 80 grams of methamphetamine, over 100 grams of marijuana, and a digital scale.
Teigen has a lengthy criminal history with convictions including felon in possession of a firearm, felony damage to property and felony assault.
Teigen made a court appearance earlier this week, and is scheduled to next appear in March.
Unconditional bail was set at $250,000, and Teigen remains in custody.
