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Two arrested on drug charges

PRESS RELEASE – The Murray County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division, after an extended investigation, arrested Eric Hefner of Dalton, GA and Jonathan Powell of Knoxville, TN for drug-related activity. This investigation led to the seizure of approximately 35 grams of methamphetamine, 6 lbs of marijuana, 86 grams of psilocybin, a firearm, and $5,238 cash.

Eric Hefner is charged with:
-Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute.
-Felony possession of marijuana.
-Possession of a Schedule 1 substance (psilocybin).

Jonathan Powell is charged with:
-Trafficking methamphetamine.
-Intent to distribute methamphetamine.
-Possession of methamphetamine.
-Possession of a Schedule 1 substance (psilocybin).
-Possession of Marijuana with intent to distribute.
-Felony possession of marijuana.
-Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
-Possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.
Additionally, Mr. Powell had arrest warrants for Knox County, TN.

The Murray County Sheriff’s Office also extends a thank you to the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office and the Dalton Police Department for their assistance during this investigation.

“The men and women of the Murray County Sheriff’s Office work diligently to address drug activity conducted within our community.”

Emma Dunn

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