California bartender arrested for selling shrooms to undercover agents
- Evan Richard Gibbins, a bartender at Brass Rail Tavern, was arrested after a year-long investigation into his alleged drug dealing.
- Undercover agents purchased psilocybin mushrooms from Gibbins during multiple visits to the tavern.
- Gibbins was arrested on September 5, with drugs found in his car and cannabis located in the bar, leading to his booking on a $105,000 bond.
In North San Juan, California, a bartender named Evan Richard Gibbins was arrested following a year-long investigation into his alleged drug dealing activities while working at the Brass Rail Tavern. The investigation began in August 2023 when deputies and Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) agents conducted a routine compliance check at the tavern and identified several violations. This prompted further scrutiny of Gibbins and the establishment. Undercover agents conducted multiple visits to the tavern, during which they reportedly purchased psilocybin mushrooms from Gibbins on at least three occasions. The sheriff's office confirmed that these transactions were part of a larger investigation into illegal drug sales occurring within the bar. The actions of Gibbins raised significant concerns regarding the safety and legality of operations at the tavern. On September 5, Gibbins was arrested as he arrived for work, marking the culmination of the investigation. During the arrest, authorities discovered psilocybin mushrooms in Gibbins' vehicle, along with cannabis found in various locations throughout the bar. These findings indicated a broader issue of drug-related activities at the establishment. Gibbins, 39, has since been booked into jail and is currently being held on a bond of $105,000. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in addressing drug-related offenses in public establishments, as well as the potential risks posed to patrons and the community at large.