Muncie Man Charged With Cocaine Dealing

Jason Michael Combs, 48, is held in Delaware County Jail on $50,000 bond after a traffic stop in Muncie.

Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Drug Crime

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Muncie police arrested Jason Michael Combs on November 5, 2026, during a traffic stop at Second Street and Macedonia Avenue. He faces suspicion of dealing in cocaine or a narcotic drug, possession of cocaine or a narcotic drug, and possession of paraphernalia.

Why it matters

Investigators say they found about 12 grams of a substance believed to be cocaine, along with syringes and digital scales, after monitoring a home where Combs was believed to be staying. The arrest also resolves an outstanding warrant issued in April 2026 after Combs failed to appear for hearings on charges filed in 2024.

Combs is held in the Delaware County Jail on a $50,000 bond. Prosecutor Eric Hoffman's office has not yet determined whether formal charges will be filed from the November arrest.

The players

Delaware County Prosecutor Eric Hoffman

Hoffman's office will decide whether formal charges will be filed from the November 2026 arrest of Jason Michael Combs.

Muncie Police Department

The local police agency that conducted the monitoring, traffic stop and arrest of Combs in Muncie.

The details

Officers monitored a home in the 1600 block of East Second Street where Combs was believed to be staying, and found a green pill container holding suspected cocaine. Combs told officers the cocaine was not his, though he reportedly acknowledged he at times sold the drug.

August 2024: Six charges filed against Combs in Delaware Circuit Court 2.
April 2026: Arrest warrant issued after Combs failed to attend hearings.
November 5, 2026: Muncie police arrest Combs during a traffic stop.
November 9, 2026: Combs held in Delaware County Jail under $50,000 bond.

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Legal Context

Under Indiana law, the most serious charge against Combs is a Level 5 felony carrying a maximum prison term of six years. Combs' prior convictions for theft, battery, driving while intoxicated, forgery and possession of a controlled substance will be relevant to how his pending cases proceed.

Residents near East Second Street and Macedonia Avenue saw a police presence during the monitoring and traffic stop. Muncie residents should note that the case remains active, and any formal charges from the Delaware County Prosecutor's office will determine the next court dates.

The takeaway

Pending charges from prior court dates can lead to new warrants and arrests when hearings are missed, so staying current with court notices matters. Anyone with information about drug activity in Muncie can contact local law enforcement.