A 45-year-old Thawville man is facing drug and weapons charged after a traffic stop in Watseka.  John Benoit was stopped at the city's west edge (December 18) for an expired registration on his vehicle.  Police reported Benoit refused to comply with lawful orders to identify objects in his hands for officer safety.  He allegedly became aggressive with police.  After he was taken into custody, a pre-tow inventory of the vehicle revealed brass/metal knuckles, drug paraphernalia, and a controlled substance. 

Benoit is charged with Resisting/Obstructing an Officer, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Possession of Drug Equipment, and Possession of Meth.

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