The Henry County Sheriff’s Office Drug Interdiction Unit conducted a traffic stop on a 2007 Jeep Cherokee for a traffic violation on April 7. During the stop, a K-9 was deployed and alerted to the presence of narcotics in the vehicle.
The driver, identified as Charles Junior McMillan, was found to be on probation for prior convictions related to narcotics and firearm possession. A subsequent search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of more than two ounces of suspected methamphetamine, suspected heroin, digital scales, approximately $1,616.00 in U.S. currency, a 9mm handgun and the 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
As a result of the stop and investigation, McMillan was arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute Schedule I or II controlled substances (suspected methamphetamine), possession with intent to distribute Schedule I or II controlled substances (suspected heroin), possess Schedule I or II drug while possessing a firearm, possession of a firearm by a convicted violent felon, and driving while revoked.
McMillan is currently being held without bond at the Henry County Adult Detention Center. This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at (276) 638-8751 or Crimestoppers at 63-CRIME (632-7463).
The Crimestoppers Program offers rewards up to $2,500 for information related to crimes. The nature of the crime and the substance of the information determine the amount of reward paid.
