PRESS RELEASE:
On May 21, 2024, after several months of investigation, the Burke County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations/Narcotics Division executed a search warrant for the residence of Kyle Blackburn Brown at 301 Salem Road Apt B, Morganton. During the search of the residence, investigators located and seized approximately 53 grams of suspected Methamphetamine, approximately 31 grams of suspected Fentanyl, numerous items of drug paraphernalia, and two firearms.
Brown was transported to the Magistrate’s Office where he was charged with Felony Trafficking of Methamphetamine and Misdemeanor Drug Paraphernalia. He was then confined to the Burke County Jail after receiving no bond. Brown had a first appearance on May 22, 2024, receiving a $10,000 secured bond. On May 22, 2024,
Brown received additional charges related to the suspected narcotics found inside the residence. These charges include Felony Possession with Intent/Sell/Manufacture/Deliver Schedule II Controlled Substance, Felony Maintaining a Dwelling for Controlled Substance, Felony Possession of Firearm by Felon, and Felony Trafficking Fentanyl. Brown is now being held with a NO BOND with a court date of May 23, 2024. On May 23, 2024, Brown received a $500,000 secured bond.
Agencies Involved: Burke County Sheriff’s Office NCDPS-K9
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