SALISBURY, N.C. — On Thursday, Rowan County Sheriff’s deputies arrested two people after a traffic stop in Salisbury led to the discovery of drugs and firearms.
Deputies stopped a white Nissan on East Innes Street for a motor vehicle violation and conducted a probable-cause search, uncovering a concealed firearm and suspected fentanyl and cocaine.
Sheriff Travis Allen stated, “These arrests demonstrate how Crime Stoppers plays a vital role in solving crime through community cooperation and anonymous reporting.”
Following the initial traffic stop, deputies obtained a search warrant for a local hotel in Salisbury, where they seized additional suspected fentanyl and another firearm.
Christopher Michael Russell was charged with trafficking in fentanyl, possession with intent to manufacture a controlled substance, and possession of a firearm by a felon.
Trina Beth Taylor was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia.
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