ISP drug bust on Terre Haute's south side nets 2 arrests

By Lucy Perry 
Indiana Central News
 
An Indiana State Police drug bust on Terre Haute's south side this afternoon landed two suspects in jail.

Shane David Moore,35, of Terre Haute, was booked into the Vigo County Jail at about 5:30 p.m. He faces the following charges: Possession of methamphetamine, possession of heroin, possession of cocaine, possession of marijuana, possession of syringes, dealing methamphetamine, possession of a scheduled IV controlled substance, dealing cocaine, felon in possession of handgun, maintaining a common nuisance and possession of paraphernalia.

The other suspect, Victoria Summer Majko, 19, of Indianapolis,  reportedly attempted to flee the scene at 2800 S. 27th St. and was quickly apprehended. She was booked into the  Vigo County Jail around 2:30 p.m. Majko’s charges include: Possession of methamphetamine, resisting law enforcement, visiting a common nuisance and an outstanding warrant for battery from Monroe County.

According to the report, several drugs and items associated with illicit drug use were found in the home.

"A search of the residence yielded approximately 17-grams of suspected cocaine, approximately 3- grams of heroin, approximately 3- grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine, approximately 2- grams of marijuana, prescription pills, a handgun and many items of paraphernalia such as syringes, scales, smoking pipes, etc.," Sgt. Joe Watts said.

Troopers from the Putnamville District Meth Suppression Team responded to the  residence  following up on tips by concerned neighbors about alleged drug use and noticed a strong  smell  of burnt marijuana coming from inside the residence.  The suspects reportedly were then detained  while troopers waited for a search warrant.

Neighbors had complained to police about increased traffic around the area and other unusual activity, such as a change of porch light colors at certain times -- a possible signal to alert potential buyers of drug availability, Watts explained.

Report information on suspected methamphetamine or other illegal drug activity in the ISP Putnamville disirict at 765-653-4114. Anonymous calls can be taken.