Two men were taken into custody early Sunday morning, October 18, 2026, following a traffic stop that uncovered suspected cocaine, an open container of alcohol, and a firearm.

According to a Crossville Police Department incident report filed by Officer Nathan Ramson, officers pulled over a Honda Accord on Miller Avenue at approximately 1:52 a.m. after observing multiple traffic infractions, including failure to use turn signals, lane-keeping issues, and traveling roughly 15 mph below the speed limit.

As the cruiser’s emergency lights were activated, officers witnessed a small baggie being thrown from the passenger-side window. The recovered baggie contained roughly 0.82 grams of a white, powdery substance that yielded a presumptive positive field test for cocaine.

The driver, identified as 30-year-old Miguel Deara Sargos, displayed signs of impairment, including red, bloodshot, watery eyes, unsteady footing, and the odor of alcohol. Sargos admitted to coming from a party where he consumed a few beers.

The passenger, identified as 26-year-old Pablo Ontiveros Pena, exhibited signs of impairment as well, with officers noting a white powdery substance around his nose and mouth, glossy eyes, and unsteady movement. A probable-cause search of the vehicle yielded an open bottle of alcoholic liquor on the floorboard and a Taurus G3 9mm firearm located between the seats.

Both suspects were transported to the Cumberland County Justice Center. A search warrant was obtained for a blood draw, and Sargos was taken to Cumberland Medical Center for blood collection before being booked.

The recovered firearm, narcotics, and blood evidence were securely logged into the Crossville Police Department’s evidence storage facility.