Lexington, NC – A North Carolina man was taken into custody after deputies allegedly discovered over 11 pounds of methamphetamine during a traffic stop in Lexington, authorities said.
According to the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred Monday, June 30th along Highway 29/70. Deputies reported attempting to stop Ronald Justin Okelly, who was allegedly driving with a revoked license. Officials allege Okelly initially tried to evade law enforcement but ultimately complied with the stop.
During the stop, deputies allegedly located 11.2 pounds of methamphetamine on the front passenger seat of Okelly’s vehicle. Authorities estimate the street value of the drugs at approximately $177,800. Okelly was arrested and charged with multiple felonies, including trafficking methamphetamine by possession and transportation, maintaining a vehicle for the sale or use of a controlled substance, and additional charges related to resisting officers and driving with a revoked license.
According to the sheriff’s office, Okelly is currently being held at the Davidson County Jail on a $500,000 secured bond and is scheduled to appear in court. The sheriff’s office highlighted the significant toll of stimulant drugs in the United States, citing CDC statistics showing about 37,096 deaths involving stimulants like methamphetamine nationwide in 2024.
Officials emphasized that drug abuse can cause emotional distress, financial hardship, and fractured relationships for families and communities across North Carolina.
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