Birmingham, Alabama – A Jefferson County man was arrested Tuesday after investigators executed a drug trafficking warrant in southwest Birmingham, leading to the seizure of multiple narcotics and a firearm.
According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, members of the Vice and Narcotics Division, working alongside the Jefferson County SNET Team and MACC detectives, served an arrest warrant in the 3000 block of Wenonah Park Road SW. Investigators said the male suspect allegedly attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended without incident and transported to the Jefferson County Jail.
The suspect was identified as Vernon Lamont Christon, 46. Authorities allege Christon is charged with Trafficking Cocaine, Trafficking MDMA, Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance, Certain Persons Forbidden to Possess a Pistol, Attempting to Elude, and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Jail records show he is currently being held without bond.
Sheriff Mark Pettway stated the suspect had allegedly been avoiding law enforcement for an extended period. Pettway credited specialized units for what he described as coordinated efforts that resulted in the recovery of illegal drugs and a weapon from the streets of Jefferson County.
Investigators reported seizing 48 grams of powder cocaine, 4 grams of crack cocaine, 46.5 grams of MDMA, 5.4 grams of methamphetamine, 5 grams of marijuana, five Suboxone strips, and an FN 509 9mm pistol during the arrest.
Authorities emphasized the investigation remains ongoing, and additional charges are possible as evidence continues to be reviewed. The Sheriff’s Office encouraged anyone with information related to the case or other criminal activity to contact investigators at 205-325-1450 or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.
For commuters and nearby residents, the arrest concluded police activity in the Wenonah Park Road area without reported injuries or property damage.
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