Man Swallows Drug Evidence in Police Car

A 72-year-old Kentucky man, Billy Jack Montgomery, is now facing an evidence-tampering charge after swallowing prescription medication he had seized from his vehicle. The incident occurred on June 11 after Montgomery was pulled over for nearly colliding head-on with a police cruiser. Officers arrested him for suspected DUI, wanton endangerment, and drug possession, finding marijuana and several pills, including Xanax, Adderall, and Neurontin.

While Montgomery was placed in the back of a patrol car, he reached through a partition and consumed the discovered pills. He admitted his actions to the returning officer, leading to a shift from criminal investigation to medical concern. Due to potential health risks, Montgomery was transported to a hospital for evaluation after complaining of a racing heart.

In addition to his initial charges, Montgomery now faces charges for tampering with physical evidence. He could potentially serve up to six years in prison and pay fines of up to $500 if convicted. The specifics of his condition post-hospital visit remain undisclosed, and further court details are pending.