Rutherford County, NC – A search of a residence and camper on Highway 226 in Bostic led to the seizure of controlled substances, multiple firearms, and over $9,000 in cash, resulting in the arrest of Landyn Millwood, according to the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO).
Search Conducted Following Community Complaints
Investigators carried out a knock-and-talk search, which allows officers to obtain consent without a warrant or probable cause. The operation was conducted after multiple community complaints about suspected criminal activity in the area.
During the search, deputies seized a total of 10 firearms, including:
- Glock
- Draco
- Delton
- Panzer Arms
- Smith & Wesson
Officials also confiscated controlled substances, including:
- Marijuana, 50.35 grams
- THC wax, 354.35 grams
- Alprazolam (Xanax), 42 dosage units
- Diazepam, 4 dosage units
- Numerous THC vape products and paraphernalia
Other items seized included $9,203 in cash, firearm cases, and multiple magazines, as per WLOS.
Charges and Bond
Millwood was charged with multiple offenses, including:
- Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver Schedule VI (Marijuana)
- Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell, or Deliver THC Wax
- Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver Schedule IV (Xanax)
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
He is currently being held under a $15,000 secured bond, the RCSO said.
Law Enforcement Statement
The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office emphasized the importance of community tips in identifying illegal activity and thanked residents for their cooperation. Deputies continue to investigate the case and said additional details may be released as the investigation progresses.
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