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Drug Investigation Leads to Arrest of Multiple Suspects

Community, Featured Stories, Police & Government November 28, 2022 , by

WAYNESVILLE, NC – Chief David Adams announced today the results of a three-month long investigation involving the illegal sales of narcotics that wrapped up in October.

Members of Waynesville Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, T.A.C. Unit, Patrol Division, and the NC SBI assisted with the investigation. The following persons have been arrested and charged with the listed crimes:

Tambra Barry – 3 Counts of PWIMSD Schedule ll, maintaining a Dwelling for Controlled Substance, 3 Counts of Possession of Cocaine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Bond was set at $26,000 Secured
Janet Flynn – 4 Counts PWISD Schedule lll, 3 Counts of Maintaining a Vehicle, 3 Counts of Trafficking Opium by Transport, 3 Counts of Trafficking Opium by Possession, 3 Counts of Simple Possession of Schedule lll, 2 Counts of PWIMSD Schedule ll and 2 Counts of Possession of Methamphetamine – Bond was set at $450,00 Secured
Michelle Kane – PWIMSD Marijuana & Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Bond was set at $1,500 Secured
Christie Keith – Possession of Cocaine, Simple Possession of Marijuana & Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Bond was set at $2,500 Secured
Lydia Irvine – 3 Counts of PWIMSD Schedule lll, 2 Counts of Maintaining a Vehicle, Conspiracy, Trafficking Opium by Transport, Trafficking Opium by Possession & 3 Counts of Possession of Schedule ll – Bond was set at $85,000 Secured
Haley Smith – 2 Counts of PWIMSD Schedule lll, 2 Counts of Maintaining a Vehicle, Conspiracy, PWIMSD Schedule ll, Possession of Methamphetamine & 2 Counts of Possession of Schedule lll – Bond was set $20,000 Unsecured

Proactive Police work and tips submitted by citizens aided in the identification and arrest of these suspects.

If you have information or concerns about illegal activity in your neighborhood or place of business, feel free to contact us at 828-456-5363 or you can submit tips anonymously through The Town of Waynesville’s Website under the Crime Tips Icon or on our new Police APP.

We appreciate your assistance and together we can continue to make Waynesville a safe place to live and shop.

New Members of the Waynesville Police Department

Community, Police & Government October 4, 2022 , by

Last week we welcomed Josh Williams and Amanda Collins to the Waynesville Police Department. Join us in wishing them well as they start their Field Training Phase and begin serving the citizens of Waynesville!

Death Investigation in Waynesville, NC

Community, News, Police & Government July 21, 2022 , by
Male subject found deceased in a tent, beside Best Buy.
Waynesville, N.C. – This morning, the Waynesville Police Department responded to a wooded area directly beside Best Buy at 45 Plaza Place in West Waynesville to investigate a white male who had been found deceased. When officers arrived, they found the subject in a tent located in a wooded area, within feet of the building. Investigators arrived and as a result of processing the scene found no obvious signs of injury but did find evidence of drug use. Evidence collected at the scene has been field tested and tested positive for fentanyl. The WPD is familiar with the deceased and is working to notify the next of kin. Additional information will be provided when available.

Runaway Juvenile left his home on 7/15/2022 in Waynesville, NC

Community, Police & Government July 19, 2022 , by

The Waynesville Police Department is seeking information regarding the location of Christain Jones. Jones left home on Long Street, with his dog on 7/15/22 and has not returned. If you see him or know of his whereabouts, please contact the Waynesville Police Department at (828)456-5363.

Runaway Juvenile in Waynesville, NC

Community, Police & Government July 18, 2022 , by
The Waynesville Police Department is seeking information regarding the location of Lylian Stamm. Stamm is currently listed as a runaway juvenile while the WPD works with Juvenile Justice to locate her. Stamm was last seen late yesterday in the Davis Cove / Country Club Drive area of Waynesville.
If you see her or know of her whereabouts, please contact the Waynesville Police Department at (828)456-5363.

Waynesville Police Department Presents Recognition of Valor

Community July 15, 2022 , by
Last week, during the Town of Waynesville Board Meeting, the Chief Adams recognized the heroic act of valor demonstrated by Det. Shell this past May.
On May 24th, 2022, Detective Shell, responded to Lake Junaluska after hearing a medical call dispatched to that area for a man that was drowning in the lake. Det. Shell arrived and immediately took action by jumping into the water to assist the man, whose boat had overturned. Det. Shell was able to assist the man, completing his rescue by getting safely back to shore. Because of her quick actions and bravery, this man’s life was saved.
Join us in recognizing and celebrating this act of valor.

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