News Release

WARSAW — Two have been arrested due to the efforts of the Kosciusko County Narcotics Enforcement Team.

On Friday, Oct. 28, NET43 conducted an investigation into fentanyl pills being sold in Kosciusko County. On Saturday, Oct. 29, NET 43 law enforcement officers with the assistance of Warsaw Police and Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office patrol divisions conducted an undercover purchase of 83.78 grams of purported fentanyl pills from George Arthur Mitchell Jr. and Braelynn Davon Givens.

Both were taken into custody without incident. NET43 field-tested the pills, and they tested presumptive positive for cocaine.

Upon their arrest, Mitchell had a XD 9mm handgun in his possession and Givens had a Glock 40 caliber handgun in his possession with a high-capacity magazine and ammunition.

Mitchell, 29, 5012 Craig Road, South Bend, was charged with: dealing cocaine in excess of 10 grams, a level 2 felony; and possession of cocaine in excess of 28 grams, a level 3 felony. His bond was set at $25,000 surety, plus $250 cash.

Givens, 24, 2232 Magnolia Place, Indianapolis, was charged with: dealing cocaine in excess of 10 grams, a level 2 felony; and possession of cocaine in excess of 28 grams, a level 3 felony. His bond was set at $25,000 surety, plus $250 cash.

The investigators of NET43 would like to remind the citizens of Kosciusko County and surrounding areas they can provide drug tip information by emailing [email protected] or calling the NET43 tip line at (574) 372-2494.