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Traffic stop in Aberdeen leads to drug bust

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A Robbins man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after a routine traffic stop in Aberdeen led officers to uncover illegal drugs and a concealed firearm, according to Aberdeen Police.

Brandon Alejandro Garcia-Sanchez, 24, was arrested on Tuesday, June 3, following a traffic stop for illegal window tint, the Aberdeen Police Department said in a press release.

“Upon approaching the vehicle, the officer detected a strong odor of marijuana emitting from the vehicle and the passenger advised there was marijuana inside the vehicle,” the press release stated.

During the search, police say they discovered a concealed firearm, marijuana, and approximately 128 grams of illegal THC vape pens.

The passenger was cited and released at the scene. Garcia-Sanchez was taken into custody and charged with felony possession with intent to sell or deliver marijuana, felony possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance, misdemeanor carrying a concealed handgun, and misdemeanor window tint violation.

He was transported to the Moore County Jail and appeared before a magistrate, who issued a $15,000 secured bond.

Information and mug shots used in this article were contributed by the Aberdeen Police Department. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Patrick Priest
Patrick Priest
A Moore County native who has spent more than 20 years telling stories across North Carolina and beyond. He’s worked with CNN, WRAL, and CBS 17, and now serves as a Video Journalist for ABC11. Patrick has a passion for breaking news and has earned multiple awards for his coverage. He’s also a certified NWS SKYWARN Storm Spotter and was among the first news videographers in the state to become an FAA-certified drone pilot.

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