Two Atlanta men were arrested after officers say they threw more than just trash out a car window.
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Last Wednesday, Washington County deputies were patrolling near Davisboro when they spotted a suspicious car parked in the middle of the highway, which is near the Washington State Penitentiary.
While watching the car for a while, officials said the passenger, Byron Gearing, 45, of Atlanta, threw a large trash bag out the window.
While Washington County deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop, the driver, Demarcus Morgan, 27, of Atlanta, refused to stop.
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After a short chase, the officer was able to stop the car. During the investigation, officers discovered that the garbage bag contained a large amount of drugs and other prohibited items.
Authorities arrested Gearing and Morgan.
The transfer was taxed as follows:
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Two counts of conspiracy to commit a crime
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Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute
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Methamphetamine trade
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Trading with prisoners without the guard's permission
Morgan was charged with the following:
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Trading with prisoners without the guard's permission
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Methamphetamine trade
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Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute
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Conspiracy to commit a crime
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Fleeing or attempting to evade the police
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Conspiracy to commit a crime
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Driving too fast
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Reckless driving
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Two times violating the stop sign
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Not using a turn signal
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Do not stay in lane
“Our team is committed to remaining vigilant and proactive in our efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of our community, always ready to respond and protect,” the sheriff's office said.
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