AUSTIN, Texas — A Lockhart man is facing numerous charges after Kyle police found narcotics and a stolen handgun while investigating a suspicious vehicle on Wednesday morning.

According to the Kyle Police Department, officers pulled over a vehicle belonging to 42-year-old Joshua Gillum in the 20000 block of Interstate 35 at around 1:20 a.m. on Wednesday.

While investigating the vehicle, officers discovered a stolen handgun and a large amount of a crystalline substance that resembled methamphetamine. They also discovered other items – including a digital scale, baggies and pipes – consistent with drug deals.

Gillum allegedly attempted to flee during questioning, but was subsequently caught and arrested. He is charged with:

Theft of a firearm

Manufacture and delivery of a controlled sub

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