Two people were charged in connection with an April 15 incident, according to a release from the Henry County Sheriff’s Office.
Investigators with the Vice & Narcotic Interdiction Units obtained a search warrant for a residence located at 271 Figsboro Road, Martinsville, on April 15. The SWAT team served the warrant.
The home has been the subject of multiple prior narcotics investigations, to include the execution of previous search warrants and the seizure of illegal substances, according to the release. Additionally, wanted individuals have been frequently located at this address. In response to recent community complaints and following a thorough and ongoing investigation, investigators determined that illegal narcotics distribution activities were continuing at the residence.
During the execution of the search warrant, investigators allegedly located and seized a substantial quantity of suspected illegal narcotics, along with items consistent with the distribution and manufacture of controlled substances. Evidence recovered included individually packaged narcotics, digital scales, packaging materials, and a blender containing a powder substance consistent with narcotics processing. Field testing conducted on scene indicated the presence of both methamphetamine and fentanyl.
George Robert Stephens, 41, was arrested and charged with two counts Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine, and one count Possession with Intent to Distribute Fentanyl.
Stephens is currently being held at the Henry County Adult Detention Center with no bond.
Also at the home was Michael William Pollard, 40, who was previously wanted and taken into custody on an outstanding capias for possession of methamphetamine. Pollard is currently being held at the Henry County Adult Detention Center on a $3,000 secured bond.
“The Henry County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to aggressively pursuing those who distribute dangerous narcotics in our community. Let me be clear, we do not tolerate drugs in Henry County,” “Methamphetamine and fentanyl continue to destroy lives, damage families, and threaten the safety of our citizens,” Sheriff Wayne Davis said. “We will continue using every available resource to identify offenders, hold them accountable, and protect this community.”
The investigation is ongoing; additional charges may be forthcoming.
The sheriff’s office thanked the Henry County Department of Public Safety for their assistance.
Anyone with information related to illegal drug activity is encouraged to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 276-638-8751 or Crime Stoppers at 63-CRIME (632-7463). Tips may remain anonymous.
