Police: Biloxi officer assaulted by man with meth, dagger
BILOXI, Miss. (AP) – A 30-year-old man faces multiple felony charges after allegedly assaulting a police officer during a traffic stop.
Biloxi police officers booked James Michael Magnusen Jr., of Biloxi, Monday on charges of assault on a police officer, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute and possession of a weapon by a convicted felon.
Investigator Nick Sonnier said in a news release received by The Sun Herald the officer asked Magnusen to exit the vehicle after seeing weapons inside the vehicle and within his reach.
While being patted down for weapons, Sonnier says Magnusen assaulted the officer in an attempt to flee. A struggle ensued, but the officer was able to maintain control of Magnusen.
Magnusen is being held in lieu of $150,000 bond.
Online jail records do not list an attorney for him.
