Rome Woman Jailed for Trying to Destroy Evidence, Found with Drugs

Tierra Jade Slocum, 38 of Rome, was arrested this week after reports said she tried to destroy police evidence during a search of her home on Copeland Street.

Police stated that they located methamphetamine, synthetic meth, grinders, pipes and scales inside the home.  They added that Slocum attempted to run from the front door and flush narcotics down the toilet.

Slocum is charged with possession of a schedule II controlled substance, tampering with evidence, possession of a schedule I controlled substance possession dangerous drugs, possession drug related objects, possession of methamphetamine and possession of marijuana.