Suspected drug deal interrupted in church parking lot

PRESS RELEASE – In the early morning of Thursday, September 14th, Towns County Sheriff’s Sergeant, Bryan Forsyth was working concentrated patrols of our businesses and churches.

In the parking lot of Cornerstone Baptist Church, located on Crane Creek Road, Sgt. Forsyth observed a suspicious vehicle and activity in the parking lot.
Deputy Darringer Barrett and K-9 Xena were called to assist.
Deputy Barrett deployed Xena to conduct a free-air sniff of the vehicle, and she gave a positive alert beside the passenger door. Probable cause was established, and the vehicle was searched.
The search revealed an amount of crystal-like substance which field tested positive for Methamphetamine, drug related objects, scales, illegally obtained prescription medication called Baclofen, as well as a large amount of cash, which was confiscated.
Further investigation revealed this may have been the location for a drug transaction which was interrupted by Sgt. Forsyth.
Mark Anthony Roberson, age 36, Blairsville was arrested and charged with:
• Felony Possession of Methamphetamine
• Felony Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute
• Possession and Use of Drug Related Objects
• Dangerous Drugs (Baclofen)
Roberson is being held without bond at the Towns County Detention Center.

Sheriff Ken Henderson commends the hard work of the deputies, concentrated patrols, and business and church checks in the early morning hours.

Emma Dunn

Leave a Comment
Share
Published by
Emma Dunn
3 years ago

Recent Posts

GSP Investigating Fatal Vehicle-Pedestrian Collision in Habersham County

HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. - The Georgia State Patrol is investigating a fatal vehicle-pedestrian collision that…

19 hours ago

Union County Home Destroyed by Fire

UNION COUNTY, Ga. - A Union County home was destroyed by fire late Thursday night,…

19 hours ago

Polk County Jail inmate dies following medical emergency

POLK COUNTY, Ga. - A 44-year-old woman who experienced a medical emergency while being held…

2 days ago

Franklin County Man Arrested on Child Exploitation Charges After Search Warrant

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ga. - A 25-year-old Franklin County man was arrested on 11 counts of…

2 days ago

Stolen Vehicle Pursuit on I-85 Ends With PIT Maneuver in Franklin County

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ga. - A pursuit involving a stolen vehicle ended with a Georgia State…

2 days ago

Two Arrested After Search Warrant Leads to Methamphetamine, Handgun Seizure

ELBERT COUNTY, Ga. - Two men were arrested following the execution of a search warrant…

2 days ago
FetchYourNews.com - Dedicated to serve the needs of the community. Provide a source of real news-Dependable Information-Central to the growth and success of our Communities. Strive to encourage, uplift, warn, entertain, & enlighten our readers/viewers- Honest-Reliable-Informative.