John William Franks, 65 of Rome, was arrested this week after police said he attempted to sell drugs to an undercover officer.

Reports stated that Franks stole acetaminophen/hydrocodone pills to a Metro Task Force officer last September 25th at the Kangaroo Express in Shannon.

A warrant was then taken for his arrest.

During his arrest he was also found to be illegally manufacturing distilled spirits.

Franks is charged with two counts possession of a schedule II controlled substance, possession of a schedule II controlled substance with intent to distribute, possession of a weapon during the commission of a crime, sale of a schedule II controlled substance and manufacturing distilled spirits.