The Washington Police Department arrested twenty-eight-year-old Jason Michael Nichols of Washington for a pair of warrants out of Washington County. The first warrant was for a probation violation for possession of a controlled substance, 3rd or subsequent offense, a Class D Felony, and carrying a weapon as a felon. The second warrant out of Washington County was for failure to appear for an initial appearance for driving while his license was suspended or barred.

After his arrest, the Washington Police Department was also made aware that Nichols was wanted out of Johnson County for possession of a controlled substance, 3rd or subsequent offense, and unlawful possession of prescription drugs. Extradition arrangements were made with Johnson County.