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Lonaconing man arrested on Drug Charges

April 21st, 2018 by WCBC Radio

On April 20th, 2018, Deputies with the Office of the Sheriff for Allegany County were on routine patrol in the area of Rt. 36, Lonaconing, MD when they observed a vehicle travel across the center line. After observing the  violation the Deputies conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle. The operator was identified as Shane Alexander Beeman, 29 , w/m of Barton, MD. 

 

  As the Deputies spoke with Beeman they detected the odor of marijuana coming from the interior of the vehicle. A subsequent search of the vehicle revealed nearly one third of a pound of marijuana, and other items of evidence that indicated an intent to distribute. Additionally, $1,103 in U.S. Currency was also located and seized pending disposition at trial. Beeman was placed under arrest and charged with the following:

 

Possession of Marijuana more than 10 grams, and

 

Possession of Marijuana with the intent to distribute 

 

Beeman is currently awaiting an initial appearance at the District Court. 

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