Michael Colaci, 40, of Alachua, Florida, was arrested on multiple drug charges after deputies discovered methamphetamine and other controlled substances concealed in his clothing during a traffic stop on July 21.
Flagler County Sheriff's Deputy Dorsey initiated the stop after observing suspicious behavior from vehicle occupants at a Circle K gas station on Palm Coast Parkway. The deputy conducted a traffic stop when the vehicle committed a traffic violation at a nearby intersection.
During a search of Colaci, who was a passenger in the vehicle, deputies found a clear plastic baggie containing approximately 13.3 grams of methamphetamine. Body camera footage shows Colaci attempting to hide the drugs by stuffing them down his pants during the encounter.
The arrest occurred in Palm Coast, Florida, as part of routine patrol activities by the Flagler County Sheriff's Office. Deputies followed standard procedures for conducting the traffic stop and subsequent search that led to the drug discovery.
Colaci faces multiple drug-related charges stemming from the incident. The Flagler County Sheriff's Office released body camera footage of the arrest as part of their transparency initiatives regarding law enforcement activities in the community.
The case demonstrates ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to address drug-related crimes in Flagler County. Traffic stops often serve as a method for deputies to identify and apprehend individuals involved in drug trafficking or possession activities.
Colaci was taken into custody and processed on the drug charges following the discovery of the controlled substances.
