Chico Police Arrest Suspected Drug Dealer

On March 2, 2023, at approximately 5:20 p.m., a Chico Police Officer came in contact with 31-year-old Ian Broughton in the 2100 block of Pillsbury Rd. Broughton, who is on searchable probation and who also had several felony warrants for his arrest, was detained by officers. A search of Broughton and the vehicle Broughton was driving yielded a large quantity of Fentanyl and tar Heroin. In addition, Broughton was in possession of a digital scale commonly used to weigh out controlled substances, a large quantity of cash, and packaging commonly used to package controlled substances for sale.

Broughton was arrested and booked into the Butte County Jail for possession of a controlled substance for sale, a probation violation, and outstanding felony warrants.

Totals:

• 1.5 ounces of Fentanyl
• 2.5 ounces of Heroin
• 2 grams of Methamphetamine

Location: 2100 block of Pillsbury Rd.

Suspect: Ian Broughton, 31 years old

Supervisor: Mark Bass, Sergeant

Lieutenant: Jeff Durkin

The Chico Police Department is committed to ensuring our community is a safe place to live, work, and recreate within!