Sanford, NC – A Sanford couple who were previously caught with enough fentanyl to kill more than 10,000 people were arrested again on new drug charges, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
Previous Arrest in June
The case first began on June 11, when deputies stopped a Nissan Altima driven by Christopher Shane Brown, 37, for expired registration. Officials noticed drug paraphernalia in plain view.
A search of the vehicle revealed two grams of fentanyl. Deputies then obtained a search warrant for Brown’s home in west Sanford, where Tyler Marie McLamb, 32, was found with two grams of fentanyl.
Further searches uncovered 22 grams of fentanyl, 14 grams of methamphetamine, and other drugs. Both Brown and McLamb were charged with felony drug offenses and held on secured bonds at that time.
Recent Arrest and Drug Seizure
After a three-month investigation, Lee County deputies made a second arrest on Monday. During a traffic stop, officers found approximately 860 grams of methamphetamine in a vehicle driven by Brown.
Brown attempted to flee the scene but was quickly apprehended. Deputies then executed a search warrant at Brown’s home on the 2600 block of Taton Court, the same residence involved in the June bust.
McLamb, who is believed to be Brown’s girlfriend, was again present at the home and found in possession of fentanyl.
Charges Filed
Christopher Shane Brown faces multiple charges, including:
- Trafficking methamphetamine by transport
- Trafficking methamphetamine by possession
- Felony possession of Schedule II controlled substance
- Maintaining a vehicle for sale of a controlled substance
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
Tyler Marie McLamb faces charges including:
- Trafficking opioid by possession
- Felony possession of Schedule II controlled substance
- Maintaining a dwelling for sale of a controlled substance
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
Both were held without bond due to other pending drug charges, as per reports from CBS17.
Authorities’ Statement
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office emphasized that this case reflects the ongoing dangers of illegal drug trafficking in the region and the importance of continued investigations. Officials noted that fentanyl and methamphetamine pose severe risks to public health and safety.
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