January 31st, 2022 by WCBC Radio
On Sunday, January 30th, 2022, Sheriff’s Deputies with the Allegany County Sheriff's Office were in the area of Interstate 68, Cumberland Maryland, when a vehicle was observed committing a series of traffic related offenses.
A traffic stop was conducted, and after approaching the vehicle, deputies detected the strong odor of marijuana emanating from inside. A probable cause search of the vehicle recovered a large amount of suspected marijuana as well as other items to indicate the intent to illegally distribute the controlled dangerous substance. The amount of suspected marijuana seized weighs a total of 463 grams.
Two occupants were identified and arrested as a result and are as follows:
Joshua W Blackwood (19 years old) and Thomas E. J. Reed (18 years old) both of Bowie Maryland.
Blackwood and Reed were each charged with the following:
· Possession of Marijuana greater than 10 grams
· Possession with Intent to Distribute Marijuana
· Related traffic offenses.
Blackwood and Reed were transported to the Allegany County Detention Center to await an initial appearance before a District Court Commissioner.
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