(La Porte, IN) - A man is facing charges in connection with a cocaine bust during a traffic stop in La Porte.
According to La Porte County Police, Kevin Gaytan was pulled over about two weeks ago on Indiana 39 near the Indiana Toll Road for erratic driving. He was identified by his identification card from Mexico, but Gaytan did not have a valid license to drive in the U.S., police said.
Police said Gaytan, who's from the New Buffalo area, told officers he has been in the U.S. for about a year.
A search of the vehicle allegedly turned up a plastic bag containing nearly three grams of cocaine.
Authorities said Gaytan was out on bond when he failed to show up for his initial court hearing yesterday. A bench warrant for his arrest could be issued if he fails again to show up for his initial hearing rescheduled for the 25th of this month.
