Annsville, NY (WIBX) - A man wanted in Florida is facing marijuana possession charges after being arrested by State Police.

Authorities say 58-year old William Connelly called 9-1-1 and said he wanted to turn himself in.

He was taken into custody at a home in the Town of Annsville.

Troopers say they found several bags of marijuana in the house and two marijuana plants growing in the backyard.

Connelly was charged with criminal possession of marijuana, unlawfully growing cannabis and for being a fugitive from justice.

He's being held in the Oneida County jail awaiting extradition proceedings.

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