A pair in Tennessee are facing multiple charges after the authorities reportedly uncovered fentanyl, cocaine, marijuana, a handgun, and $33,772 during a search of their residence.
According to reports, the authorities suspected drug sales were taking place out of a home in Chattanooga, and they obtained a search warrant so they could further investigate. On September 10, a man and woman were at the address when detectives with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Special Investigations Unit, accompanied by agents from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team arrived.
When the police announced their presence, they reported that the woman came outside after a bit, but the man stayed inside the house. They continued to encourage the man to cooperate, and a short time later he walked out the front door. According to reports, both suspects were cooperative after leaving the residence.
When they searched the home, the authorities reported that they found and confiscated several illegal items including 1.8 pounds of fentanyl, 299 grams of cocaine, 39 grams of marijuana, a pill press, a Glock handgun, and nearly $34,000. They purported that the money was earned through illegal drug sales.
The woman is facing preliminary charges of three counts of drugs for resale, one count of tampering with evidence, one count of possession of a firearm while in commission of a felony, and one count of possession of drug paraphernalia. The man is expected to be charged with two counts of drugs for resale, one count of tampering with evidence, one count of possession of a firearm while in commission of a felony, one count of possession of a controlled substance, and one count of possession of drug paraphernalia.
If you or someone you love is suspected of a drug offense, contact Orange County criminal defense lawyer Staycie R. Sena at (949) 477-8088 for a consultation now.