All articles tagged with #drug charges
Two clerks at an Oxford, Mississippi vape shop face federal drug charges after investigators linked their store to purchases made by two deceased University of Mississippi students. Authorities seized over 500 units of synthetic kratom products, though toxicology results are still pending to confirm the cause of death.
Former Tallahassee mayor and 2018 Democratic candidate for Florida governor Andrew Gillum was arrested in Daphne, Alabama, on charges of possession of dangerous drugs, drug paraphernalia, and marijuana; booked July 2 and released July 3. Gillum has a history of political and legal trouble, including a 2020 incident and a 2022 public corruption probe that ended with a hung jury and was later dropped, and there was no immediate comment from him.
Olympic ski legend Bode Miller had misdemeanor drug possession and paraphernalia charges dismissed after authorities received information that led to the decision; Miller maintained no drugs were on him and his passenger reportedly took responsibility for the cannabis and psychedelic mushrooms.
Former Olympic skier Bode Miller’s two misdemeanor drug charges are set to be dismissed after prosecutors say there’s no evidence he possessed illegal drugs; the charges stemmed from a speeding stop in which a passenger had cannabis, which Miller says he was unaware of.
Olympic alpine skiing great Bode Miller was arrested on drug-related charges, posted a $5,000 bond and was released; he faces one count of possession of a controlled substance and one count of possession of drug paraphernalia and has pleaded not guilty, with a court date set for July 29.
Olympic alpine-skiing great Bode Miller was arrested in Idaho on two misdemeanor drug charges—possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia—and released on a $5,000 bond; he has pleaded not guilty and faces a July 29 pretrial hearing. The case comes days before the eighth anniversary of his daughter Emeline’s drowning in 2018.
Venezuela says it deported close Maduro ally Alex Saab to the United States to face several U.S. criminal investigations, a reversal less than three years after Biden pardoned Saab as part of a prisoner swap. Saab, long described by U.S. officials as Maduro’s “bag man,” could be called to testify against Maduro in a Manhattan drug case, and U.S. prosecutors are also probing bribery tied to the CLAP food program.
Georgia defensive back Ja’Marley Riddle was arrested in Glynn County on May 8 on two felony drug charges (possession of marijuana over an ounce and a Schedule I substance) and a speeding misdemeanor. Bond totaling $16,526 was posted; he was booked 3:10 p.m. and released at 4:05 p.m. Georgia acknowledged the incident, with Riddle having transferred from ECU and expected to contribute in the fall. This marks the third driving-related arrest for a Georgia football player this year, prompting coaches to emphasize driving education and oversight.
Fetty Wap, the rapper known for hits like 'Trap Queen,' was released from federal prison nearly a year early and is now on home confinement, expressing gratitude to his supporters and focusing on his family, music, and community.
Nicolás Maduro, the former Venezuelan president, was captured in a US operation and pleaded not guilty to drug and weapons charges, amid international condemnation and concerns over US intervention in Venezuela.
Retired baseball player Lenny Dykstra was stopped by police on New Year's Day in Pennsylvania, where drugs and paraphernalia were found in his vehicle, leading to pending charges. Dykstra, known for his gritty playing style and tumultuous legal history, faces new allegations amid a series of past legal troubles.
Franky Venegas, part of the Island Boys, was arrested in Florida on New Year's Eve for drug paraphernalia and is currently held without bond, stemming from a previous firearm-related arrest in February. The arrest follows a series of legal issues including past charges for domestic battery and reckless driving.
Malaysian rapper and filmmaker Namewee is in custody as part of a murder investigation into the death of Taiwanese influencer Iris Hsieh, who was found dead in a hotel bathtub in Kuala Lumpur. The investigation was reclassified from a sudden death to a murder case, with police seeking further questioning. Namewee, who denies wrongdoing, was also found with illicit substances in his hotel room and has pleaded not guilty to drug charges. The case has garnered significant media attention due to the individuals involved and their controversial backgrounds.
Rapper Rod Wave, also known as Rodarius Green, was arrested in Atlanta on charges including reckless driving, possession of controlled substances, and firearm possession during a crime, with details of the incident undisclosed. This marks his second arrest in Atlanta this year, following a previous incident involving gunfire at his home. Despite legal troubles, he remains a prominent artist with recent releases and a soundtrack appearance.
Rapper Rod Wave, whose real name is Rodarius Green, was arrested in Atlanta on multiple charges including possession of firearms and controlled substances, and reckless driving. He was booked into Fulton County Jail. The 26-year-old artist is known for his success in the R&B and rap genres and has a history of previous legal issues.