Edenton Man Arrested in Lenoir County on Drug Charges
LENOIR COUNTY, N.C. – Law enforcement officials in Lenoir County arrested an Edenton man after a traffic stop on Saturday led to the discovery of illegal substances.
According to the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, 26-year-old Niquae Powell was taken into custody after deputies pulled over his vehicle on C.F. Harvey Parkway. During the stop, a search of the vehicle was conducted, leading to the discovery of cocaine and marijuana. Authorities stated that the amount of drugs found, along with weighing and packaging materials, indicated an intent to distribute at the street level.
As a result of the investigation, Powell was charged with multiple drug-related offenses. The charges include felony possession with intent to sell or deliver a Schedule II controlled substance, felony possession with intent to sell or deliver a Schedule VI controlled substance, felony maintaining a vehicle for the sale or delivery of a controlled substance, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia.
Powell was booked into jail without bond due to his existing legal circumstances. Authorities revealed that at the time of his arrest, Powell was already out on bond for other charges. Given this status, law enforcement determined that he would remain in custody without the option for release.
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office has continued to focus on reducing drug-related activity in the region. Officials emphasized the importance of proactive enforcement to keep illegal substances off the streets. This arrest is part of broader efforts by local law enforcement to combat drug distribution and related crimes.
Authorities have not disclosed further details regarding Powell’s prior charges or the exact quantities of drugs recovered during the stop. It remains unclear when Powell will appear in court to address the latest charges against him.
Law enforcement officials encourage community members to report any suspicious activity related to drug trafficking. They stress that public cooperation plays a crucial role in maintaining safer neighborhoods. Anyone with information regarding drug-related offenses is urged to contact local authorities.
