VIRGINIA — Two people were arrested following a drug bust in the Fairlawn area of Covington, according to the Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office.
The seizure occurred Feb. 25 after an Alleghany County deputy conducted a traffic stop. Authorities said the stop was initiated after the deputy was alerted by the City of Covington Police Department and the Alleghany Highlands Drug Task Force.
A K-9 unit with the sheriff’s office detected the odor of illegal narcotics during the stop, officials said.
During a search of the vehicle, deputies seized 199 grams of methamphetamine, approximately 1.8 grams of cocaine and $856 in cash.
Elliott Wright and Katherine Walters were arrested and booked into the Alleghany Regional Jail on charges of possession with intent to distribute.
Authorities encourage anyone wishing to report drug activity to contact the Drug Task Force at 540-965-6308 or the sheriff’s office at 540-965-1770. Individuals struggling with drug addiction can contact the Community Service Board at 540-965-2100 for assistance.
