Statesboro, Georgia – A traffic stop in Bulloch County led to a marijuana arrest Saturday, prompting a jail booking.
According to the Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office, Lt. Hunter Oglesby conducted a proactive patrol traffic stop on a Kia Soul on February 14, 2026. During the stop, deputies reported detecting a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle.
Authorities said a probable cause search was conducted based on the odor. Deputies allegedly recovered approximately 2.8 ounces of marijuana along with multiple drug-related items inside the vehicle.
One subject was arrested at the scene and transported to the Bulloch County Jail, according to the sheriff’s office. Officials have not released the individual’s name or formal charges as of publication.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Traffic stops involving alleged drug possession can carry penalties under Georgia law depending on the amount recovered and prior criminal history.
The incident may be relevant to local students and young drivers in Statesboro, home to Georgia Southern University, where proactive patrols are common near campus corridors.
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