Idaho Prosecutor Dismisses Drug Charges Against Bode Miller

Prosecutors in Idaho have dismissed misdemeanor drug charges against Olympic skiing champion Bode Miller, ending a case that began with his arrest earlier this month. The decision was confirmed on Thursday by Fremont County Prosecutor Lindsey Blake.

Miller, 48, was arrested on June 6 following a traffic stop in Fremont County. He was charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. He posted a $5,000 bond and was released the same day, later pleading not guilty on June 11.

In a statement issued Tuesday night, Miller said he was pulled over for accelerating while passing another vehicle. He stated that a friend traveling with him possessed a small amount of cannabis and a pipe, which Miller said he was unaware of, and that they fully cooperated with the officer. He expressed hope the charges would be dropped after a review of the facts.

Prosecutor Lindsey Blake confirmed the dismissal, noting that while the deputy had sufficient probable cause for the arrest, her office recently received new information. She stated this led to the determination that dismissing the charges was in the interest of justice. Blake declined to discuss specifics,...