Casino Patron Found with Illicit Oxycontin and Xanax

John Haddix, a 57-year-old Kentucky man, was arrested at the Argosy Casino in Indiana this week. It was reported that the man had a large quantity of the drug Oxycontin in his possession at the time of his arrest at the casino.

In addition to the Oxycontin, a strong narcotic pain reliever similar to morphine, reports have also indicated that police discovered the drug Xanax, a medication used to treat anxiety attacks, as well as a large sum of money in Haddix's hotel room at the casino. Haddix was escorted by police from the Argosy Casino and taken to the Dearborn County jail in Indiana where he is being held.

According to police officers, Haddix could face further charges, and face up to 50 years in jail.

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