ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Two individuals were arrested in Asheville on Tuesday following a major drug bust, resulting in the seizure of a large quantity of narcotics, firearms, and cash, authorities report.
Arrests and Charges
The Asheville Police Department, in collaboration with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation, apprehended 44-year-old Takeia Vanessa Davis and 49-year-old Karriam Habar Taylor around 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Both were found carrying concealed stolen firearms at the time of their arrests.
Following the arrests, officers obtained a search warrant for a residence on Cordova Street, where investigators seized a trafficking amount of narcotics, an additional firearm, and a significant sum of cash. The home was unoccupied during the search as per WYFF4.
Seized Items Include:
- 2,432.41 grams of Methamphetamine (5.36 lbs)
- 254.67 grams of Fentanyl
- 100.6 grams of purple Fentanyl
- 22.89 grams of blue pills (potentially pressed Fentanyl)
- 40.23 grams of Powder Cocaine
- 61.36 grams of Crack Cocaine
- 43 unidentified pills
- 2.76 grams of green powder
- 3 Handguns
- $3,453 in cash
Charges Against Karriam Habar Taylor:
- Parole commission violation (F)
- Possession of stolen firearm (F)
- Possession of firearm by felon (F)
- Carrying concealed gun (M)
- Resisting public officer (M)
Taylor was booked into the Buncombe County Detention Facility without bond due to the parole violation.
Charges Against Takeia Vanessa Davis:
- Possession of stolen firearm (F)
- Carrying concealed gun (M)
- Driving while license revoked (M)
Davis was booked into the Buncombe County Detention Facility under a $3,000 bond.
Community Safety and Law Enforcement Response
Officials say the operation highlights ongoing efforts to curb drug trafficking and illegal firearm possession in Asheville. Authorities urge residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to help maintain community safety.
“What are your thoughts on Asheville’s drug bust? Have you noticed suspicious activity in your neighborhood? Share your experiences and safety tips in the comments below.”
