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Lake City man arrested in major drug bust

Caleb Gaskin

LAKE CITY, Fla. — Detectives arrested a Lake City man Thursday evening after a months-long investigation led to a major drug bust, according to the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office.

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The Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force served a search warrant at a home on Southeast Polk Lane, where they found over 2 pounds of meth, nearly 3 ounces of pills, more than 13 grams of cocaine, and close to $2,000 in cash.

Caleb Maurice Gaskin, 40, was taken into custody.

Officers say Gaskin has a lengthy record and is a five-time convicted felon.

Gaskin now faces several charges, including drug trafficking and possession of controlled substances, according to police.

Gaskin is being held at the Columbia County Detention Facility.

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