A routine traffic stop Tuesday on Waterlevel Highway by Bradley County Sheriff’s deputies led to the arrest of two individuals and recovery of a vehicle that was reported stolen to Calhoun Georgia Police on Sunday.

Jamie Michael Anderson

 Deputy Shaun McKee stopped the 2002 Ford F-150 near the Bradley County – Polk County line after he observed an expired license tag was displayed on the vehicle. A check through NCIC revealed the tag was registered to a different vehicle and the vehicle identification number matched the stolen truck.

During questioning, Jamie Michael Anderson, who was the driver of the vehicle, attempted to flee from Deputy McKee. He was apprehended after a short foot pursuit and was taken into custody for additional investigation.

A search of the vehicle revealed several marijuana cigarettes and a small baggie of suspected marijuana. Further investigation by the Criminal Investigation Division revealed roach clips, several needles, and tweezers.

Also found were several flashlights and other tools used in burglaries.

There were driver’s licenses belonging to several individuals in the vehicle. When contacted each reported they were recently burglarized.

Anderson, who is 32, and a female passenger, Heather Erlene Ray, 21, both of Dalton, have warrants for Burglary in Bartow County Georgia and will be held at the Bradley County Jail pending extradition.

Heather Earlene Ray

Both suspects were charged with Possession of Stolen Property over $1,000, Possession of Burglary Tools, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Anderson also has charges of Evading Arrest, Driving on Expired Tags, Misuse of Registration, No Proof of Insurance and Driving on a Suspended License.

Assisting with the investigation were Deputy Travis Smith and Detective Laura Lane.