Vehicle Stop Results in Drug and Weapon Charges

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release

At about 8:25 PM Friday evening, a vehicle stop was conducted in the 700 block Rosser Avenue. During the stop, a can of pepper spray was located in the area occupied by a 26 year-old male.  Also located within the vehicle were several ounces of cocaine and paraphernalia consistent with trafficking. As a result of the investigation, a 39 year-old female from Brandon was released on appropriate police imposed conditions, and is to appear in court on January 9th facing one charge of possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. The male was held in custody and will appear today on charges of possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, possession of a weapon, and failing to comply with recognizance order, as he is currently bound by an order not to have any contact or communication with the female involved.