New Bern man arrested for allegedly distributing drugs
A search warrant was executed on Friday, May 9, on Crocket Avenue. Deputies seized 781 grams of marijuana, 75 grams of psilocybin mushrooms, 39 doses of LSD, 20 grams of cocaine, THC resin, two rifles, one pistol, $1,000 in cash and random items associated with the distribution of drugs.
The suspect, 35 year old Thomas Edward Dewitt, was arrested and charged with possession with intent to manufacture/sell/deliver a schedule I and VI controlled substance and cocaine, possession of a schedule I controlled substance, maintaining a dwelling for the use or sale of controlled substances and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Dewitt was taken to the Craven County Detention Center where he was given a $130,000 secured bond.
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