A Texas woman was arrested in Minden after being stopped for speeding on Interstate 20, leading to multiple charges, including resisting an officer and a potential violation of the Stolen Valor Act.
According to the Minden Police Department, an officer was monitoring traffic at mile marker 47 when a black Jeep was observed traveling at 98 MPH in a 70 MPH zone. The officer conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver, Tynesha Grayer, 28, of El Paso, Texas.
During the stop, officers noted that a 6-year-old child was in the front seat, unrestrained and lying down. When asked to exit the vehicle, Grayer reportedly refused multiple times before being physically removed. Authorities stated that she resisted officers as they attempted to detain her, leading to a brief struggle before she was placed under arrest.
A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of a bag containing 4.15 grams of marijuana. Grayer was transported to the Minden Police Department, where she allegedly claimed to be an active-duty military member who had completed two tours. Officers noted that if she were not currently serving or had not received an honorable discharge, the claim could constitute a violation of the Stolen Valor Act.
Authorities stated that Grayer had been arrested by the military in 2018 and has had multiple incidents since, leading them to believe she may have been dishonorably discharged.
Grayer was booked on charges of reckless operation, no child restraint, resisting an officer, and stolen valor.
All subjects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.