Jonesboro, Ark. – On Friday, Oct. 23, agents from the 2nd Judicial Drug Task Force carried out a search warrant at 2003 Belt Street, Apartment 8, after observing the suspect regularly entering and leaving the unit. The operation resulted in the arrest of resident Eric Dewayne McCarroll.
Items seized during the search
Investigators reported finding a range of controlled substances and related items. In a black shower tote located in the kitchen, agents discovered 3.8 grams of suspected powder cocaine and 29 suspected ecstasy (MDMA) pills. Field tests confirmed the presence of cocaine and MDMA.
The kitchen search also turned up two digital scales with suspected cocaine residue, 3.8 grams of suspected marijuana, and $381 in cash.
In a bedroom, a torn $1 bill was found on a dresser with 0.2 grams of suspected powder cocaine, along with a straw that tested positive for cocaine residue. The powder also field‑tested positive for cocaine.
Charges and bond
Following the search, McCarroll was taken into custody. First‑appearance documents list the following charges:
- Possession of cocaine with intent to deliver, more than 2 grams but less than 10 grams – Class B felony.
- Possession of a Schedule I or II controlled substance other than methamphetamine or cocaine, less than 2 grams – Class D felony.
- Possession of drug paraphernalia – Class D felony.
- Possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance, less than 4 ounces – Class A misdemeanor.
District Judge Tommy Fowler set bond at $75,000 on Monday, Oct. 26, after finding probable cause to detain McCarroll pending further proceedings. His next circuit court appearance is scheduled for Dec. 16.
Legal presumption
As required by law, all suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The case underscores the ongoing efforts of local law‑enforcement agencies to combat the distribution of illegal drugs in the Jonesboro area.
Original reporting: NEA Report (Jonesboro) — read the source article.
