CPR call turns into arrest after nearly $500,000 in drugs seized
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) — What started out as a CPR called turned into an arrest after Hamilton County authorities located a large amount of cash and drugs.
On June 27, 2025, deputies with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) responded to a CPR-in progress call at the 8000 block of Ellie Plaza Place.
Upon arrival, deputies and EMS found a white powdery substance on the unresponsive individual.
EMS notified deputies that the individual was deceased, and a death investigation ensued.
HCSO said a search warrant was obtained for the residence and authorities seized the following items:
- 2 lbs. (962 grams) of Fentanyl
- 3 lbs. (1454 grams) of Crack Cocaine (Cocaine Base)
- 0.02 lbs. (7 grams) of Cocaine
- 0.01 lbs. (47 grams) of Ecstasy
- 0.65 lbs. (294 grams) of Marijuana
- $12,200.00 in US Currency
- 2012 Ford Edge SUV
The narcotics seized have a street value of approximately $471,058.00
As a result, the male resident, Donovan Shelton, was arrested and is being charged with the following:
- Possession of Fentanyl for Resale
- Possession of MDMA (Ecstasy) for Resale
- Possession of Cocaine for Resale
- Possession of Crack Cocaine for Resale
- Possession of Marijuana for Resale
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Criminal Conspiracy x4
This is an ongoing investigation.
