BENSON POLICE DEPARTMENT
303 EAST CHURCH STREET
BENSON, NC 27504
TELEPHONE 919-894-3616 FAX 919-207-1993
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October 13, 2005
On October 12, 2005, officers of the Benson Police Department executed a Consent Search of the residence located at 504 East Church Street in Benson. This search was conducted in conjunction with a narcotics investigation, involving the possible production and use of Methamphetamine.
At the conclusion of the search, approximately 2 grams of Methamphetamine, 5 grams of Marijuana, and numerous items commonly used to produce and ingest Methamphetamine had been located. In addition, 5 firearms, including a stolen rifle, along with multiple types of ammunition, were seized
One suspect was arrested, charged with seven felonies and two misdemeanors, and subsequently placed into the Johnston County Jail. His name, charges, and bond amount is below.
Jerry Anderson Moore Jr. ----- (W/M-41) ----- $301,000 Secured Bond
Possession of Immediate Precursor to Methamphetamine ----- Manufacturing Methamphetamine
Possession of Methamphetamine ----- Maintaining a Dwelling for Use of Controlled Substance
Maintaining a Vehicle for Use of Controlled Substance ----- Possession of a Stolen Firearm
Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
Misd. Possession of Marijuana ----- Misd. Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Chief Kenneth Edwards stated, "During the last month, officers of the Benson Police Department have executed two search warrants and one consent search at 3 locations in Benson. Two subjects have been charged with Manufacturing Methamphetamine and Possession of Immediate Precursors to Methamphetamine, and one subject was charged with Possession with Intent to Sell and Deliver Crack Cocaine. Numerous firearms were seized from all three locations, as well as US Currency and illegal narcotics."
"The manufacture, sale and/or use of illegal drugs is a crime, and it also creates other criminal activity, so my officers will continue to investigate any and all drug complaints, and arrest those responsible for endangering our society. I would like the citizens to know that their information and complaints provided invaluable assistance to these investigations and arrests, and we appreciate their input."
Chief Edwards concluded, "The only way we can continue to make good arrests is with good information. I can be reached at 919-894-2091 between 8AM and 5PM, or by calling 911 24 hours a day. Anonymous information can also be emailed to the Police Department at crimeline@bensonpd.org ."
For additional details, please contact Chief Kenneth Edwards at the Benson Police Department.