BENTON COUNTY (KFSM) — The son of U.S. Rep. Steve Womack, R.-Ark., was arrested Wednesday on 11 charges, including several related to drugs and firearms.
James Phillip Womack, 31, is being held in the Benton County Detention Center. No bond has been set.
The younger Womack faces charges of possession of methamphetamine or cocaine with intent to deliver; possession of firearms by certain persons; simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms; two counts of possession of a controlled substance, schedule IV and V; two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia; possession of a controlled substance, schedule VI; felony parole violation, unauthorized use of property to facilitate a crime and misdemeanor obstruction of governmental operations.
Phillip Womack has a history of arrests dating back to 2007, according to court documents. His most recent was a probation revocation in 2016.
Phillip Womack is expected to appear in court on the most recent charges on Nov. 5.
Rep. Womack released this statement about his son's arrest:
“Like so many families across this nation, our family has been dealing with a loved one’s addiction. The most recent arrest of our son adds to that pain. We love him unconditionally; however, as an adult, he is accountable for the choices he’s made. We honor and respect the criminal justice system that will decide his fate. I truly regret that he has put himself and his family in this difficult situation.
“Nothing is more devastating than to see a loved one struggle with addiction. It is the hardest thing I’ve ever faced, and I know we are not alone. Addiction is eating away at the soul of our country. This is a very difficult time for our family – we ask simply for your prayers.”