FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – Fort Wayne police announced the arrest of Michael Chapman, 41, of Fort Wayne after the raid of a home on the 2400 block of Vance Avenue. An additional search and warrant were executed at his place of business in the 2200 block of Taylor Street.
Fort Wayne Narcotics Detectives obtained the search warrants after a “lengthy investigation.”
During the search, over $25,000 in cash, four handguns, and over 17 grams of fentanyl were recovered.
FWPD officials released the following:
Fort Wayne Narcotics Detectives obtained search warrants upon the completion of a lengthy investigation; involving Michael Chapman. These warrants were served early this morning at Mr. Chapman’s residence (2429 Vance Ave.) and his business, Taylor Auto Sales (2201 Taylor St.). During the search, Detectives located U. S. currency in excess of $25,000.00, 4 handguns, 17.5 grams of Fentanyl, 31.4 grams of Cocaine, 126.6 grams of a green leafy substance, and narcotics paraphernalia. It should be noted that one of these handguns (9mm Glock 19) had been modified with a full auto adapter switch; making it an illegal weapon under NFA regulation.
CHARGE: Dealing Cocaine (Level 2) – 4 Counts
Dealing Cocaine/Narcotic Drug (Fentanyl-Level 3) – 4 Counts
Possession of Firearm by Serious Violent Felon (Level 4)