Search warrant leads to drug, firearm seizure

Drugs, firearms seized by Columbus Police Department (Columbus Police Department)

On March 11, 2026, the Columbus Police Department’s Special Operations Unit executed a search warrant at a residence in the 2900 block of 10th Street. During the search, investigators recovered illegal narcotics, two stolen firearms, and U.S. currency.

Narcotics seized included:
• Marijuana: 85.3 grams (approx. street value $853)
• Cocaine: 3.3 grams (approx. street value $165)
• THC: 21.2 grams (approx. street value $530)
• Oxycodone: 38 pills (approx. street value $380)
• Pregabalin: 4 pills (approx. street value $40)

The total estimated street value of the seized narcotics is $1,968. Investigators also recovered two stolen firearms and $4,097 in U.S. currency.

Two individuals were arrested in connection with the investigation.

Devin Tucker, 36
Charges:
• Obstruction (M)
• Tampering with Evidence (F)
• Possession of Schedule V Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute
• Possession of Schedule I Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute
• Possession of Schedule II Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute x2
• Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute
• Drug Related Objects
• Interference with Government Property (F)
• Theft by Receiving Stolen Firearm
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime

Emmie Clark, 23
Charges:
• Drugs Not in Original Container
• Possession of Schedule II Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute
• Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute
• Drug Related Objects
• Convicted Felon in Possession of a Firearm
• Theft by Receiving Stolen Firearm
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime

This case remains under investigation, and more arrests are pending.

“The Special Operations Unit is committed to reducing crime tied to illegal drug activity,” said Lt. Alan Malone with the Special Operations Unit. “We will continue to act decisively against crime and work to make neighborhoods safer.”

Anyone who wishes to report suspected illegal drug activity is encouraged to call 911 or the Columbus Police Department non-emergency line at 706-225-3112. You can remain anonymous.