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Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties The man supplied large batches of methamphetamine to local dealers.
McDowell County woman charged after child tests positive for meth Further investigation and a positive drug analysis test determined the juvenile had been exposed to a controlled substance, and charges were filed.
Marion police respond to shooting involving death of 15-year-old No other individuals inside were injured, according to the news release.
2 Statesville men face federal charges after 25 pit bulls rescued from dog fighting kennel “It’s unbelievable people still engage in dog fighting activities,” U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson said.
Person impersonating police pulled over driver in McDowell County, sheriff's office says The suspect was reportedly armed with a firearm, taser and handcuffs and unlawfully searched both the driver and the vehicle.
