FARSON — A Farson man wanted by local authorities after absconding from probation was arrested during a traffic stop today and may now face additional drug and weapons charges.

Sheriff Mike Lowell said that Gregory Joseph Lee, 26, is wanted by Sweetwater County authorities on a warrant for probation violation on an original criminal charge of Unlawful possession of methamphetamine.

Late last week, detectives assigned to the Sheriff’s Narcotics and Arrest Group (SNAAG), a specialized unit of county detectives dedicated to drug enforcement and fugitive apprehension cases, developed information and tracked Lee to a residence in Rock Springs.

Early Friday afternoon, SNAAG detectives, along with other Sheriff’s deputies and in coordination with Rock Springs Police Department, located and arrested Lee without incident during a routine traffic stop. During the traffic stop, investigators also recovered an undisclosed amount of methamphetamine and a loaded semi-automatic handgun.

In addition to the warrant, Lee is charged with Unlawful possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), 3rd or subsequent offense.

In Wyoming, Unlawful possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), 3rd or subsequent offense, is a felony that carries a maximum possible penalty of imprisonment for not more than five years, a $5,000 fine, or both. Under federal law, a drug user in possession of a firearm is a felony punishable by not more than ten years of imprisonment in a federal facility.

Lee remains in custody without bond at Sweetwater County Detention Center. The investigation is on-going.

Sheriff Lowell credited a cooperative effort between all involved agencies for this arrest and thanked the community for its continued support.

Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office reminds citizens all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty according to law.