VIRGINIA — A man was arrested Monday following a large drug seizure in the Timberlake area of Campbell County, authorities said.
The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office Crime Suppression Unit (CSU), with assistance from the K9 Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence, recovering a significant amount of illegal drugs, cash, and other assets.
Officials reported the seizure included:
- 6 pounds of methamphetamine
- 1.5 pounds of powder and crack cocaine
- 21 pounds of marijuana
- 27 grams of hallucinogenic mushrooms
- More than $37,000 worth of THC wax
- Over $30,000 in U.S. currency
The combined street value of the drugs is estimated at more than $415,000.
41-year-old Matthew Leigh Gardner faces multiple charges, including possession with intent to sell meth, cocaine, and other narcotics, possession with intent to sell over 5 pounds of marijuana, conspiracy to distribute Schedule I/II narcotics, and possession of illegal drugs. He is being held without bond at the Blue Ridge Regional Jail.
Lynchburg Police assisted with the investigation.
