The Orange County Criminal Lawyer Blog
Early in the morning on August 19, residents of a home in Lutz were inside when a loud noise outside caught their attention. They believed the sound originated from the backyard area, and when they went to investigate, they reportedly found a drone on the ground. When they brought it inside, they alleged that there were bags of what looked like narcotics attached to the object. A few moments later, a man reportedly knocked on their door a few times and asked if he could enter the yard. The homeowners notified the authorities.
Deputies from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office went to the address to investigate, and they saw a man in the driveway with a remote control in his hand. He reportedly told them he was trying to get the drone, and the deputies presumed the attached baggies also belonged to him. They believed he was trying to use the drone to deliver the drugs, later identified as methamphetamine and fentanyl.
The man was taken into custody. He is facing multiple preliminary charges, including two felony counts of possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell or deliver, a felony count of possession of a controlled substance, and an active warrant in Pasco County for failure to appear. The police also tacked on charges for driving with a canceled, suspended or revoked license (second or subsequent offense), attaching a registration tag that was not assigned to his vehicle, and operating an unregistered vehicle, all misdemeanors. According to reports, at the time this was written, he was being held without bond.
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.