New Bern, NC — On Monday, December 1, a multi-agency drug task force executed a search at a residence on Sand Ridge Road in New Bern, resulting in the arrest of 42-year-old Jodi Darlene Sinclair on multiple drug-related charges. The operation was part of an ongoing narcotics investigation aimed at curbing illegal drug distribution in the area.
Drugs and Evidence Seized
During the search, law enforcement officers seized a substantial quantity of illegal substances, including:
- 26 grams of fentanyl
- 10 grams of cocaine
- 14 grams of marijuana
Authorities also gathered evidence linking Sinclair to the manufacture, sale, and distribution of these controlled substances, as per the reports.
Charges Filed Against Sinclair
Sinclair faces multiple felony charges, including:
- Possession with intent to manufacture, sell, and deliver fentanyl
- Possession with intent to sell and deliver cocaine
- Possession with intent to sell and deliver marijuana
- Felony possession of fentanyl and cocaine
- Maintaining a dwelling for keeping and selling controlled substances
She is currently held without bond at the Craven County Confinement Facility, pending further legal proceedings.
Task Force and Ongoing Investigation
The Drug Task Force responsible for the arrest is a collaborative effort involving:
- Craven County Sheriff’s Office
- Carteret County Sheriff’s Office
- Pamlico County Sheriff’s Office
- North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI)
Officials confirmed that the investigation remains ongoing, with law enforcement continuing to gather evidence and identify additional suspects or connections to broader drug networks.
Community Impact
Authorities stressed that operations like this are essential to reducing the circulation of dangerous drugs, such as fentanyl and cocaine, and protecting the public from potential overdoses and criminal activity.
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