A Florida man was arrested for drug possession after police discovered cocaine in his home while investigating a reported burglary. The bizarre turn of events occurred late Tuesday night in Jacksonville, where 32-year-old Jason Miller called 911 to report that his house had been broken into.
Miller claimed someone had forced entry into his home, stealing various items. Officers arrived promptly at the scene, beginning their search for signs of the alleged burglary. However, as the police canvassed the house for evidence, they came across a stash of cocaine sitting in plain view in a drawer near the front entrance.
The discovery was an unexpected twist in what had originally seemed like a routine break-in. According to the police report, Miller appeared visibly distressed when officers arrived, but his mood quickly changed when police found the drugs in the open.
“Should have hidden his cocaine better,” one of the officers reportedly joked during the investigation. Despite the unusual circumstances, Miller was arrested and charged with possession of cocaine, a third-degree felony in Florida.
Authorities later stated that the cocaine appeared to have been recently handled and was found in a location that made it impossible for Miller to deny knowledge of it. Although he claimed the drugs were not his, the police report indicated that Miller’s actions following the discovery did little to clear his name.
While the burglary remains under investigation, this arrest has brought attention to the complexities that can arise when dealing with multiple offenses. Miller, who initially appeared to be the victim of a crime, now faces serious legal consequences for his drug possession.
Miller was booked into the Duval County Jail on drug charges and is awaiting a court appearance. His defense attorney has suggested they will seek a reduction in bond at the upcoming hearing. Meanwhile, Jacksonville police continue their search for the individual or individuals responsible for the reported burglary.
This case highlights the unpredictable nature of criminal investigations, where one crime can sometimes lead to the discovery of another. While Miller may have been the victim of a burglary, his own actions have resulted in a very different set of legal troubles.