Memphis, Tenn. – The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division, in coordination with SWAT, Homeland Security Investigations and the Memphis Safe Task Force, carried out search warrants on November 10 at three local smoke‑shop businesses: Smokey Mart Store on South Second Street, Raw Smokey Mart on Raleigh‑LaGrange Road, and a third shop on the 500 block of Shellborne Circle.

Arrests and charges

During the operation, 23‑year‑old Caleb McNutt was taken into custody at the Raw Smokey Mart without incident. He was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana with intent to manufacture, deliver, or sell, as well as possession of drug paraphernalia. These charges are unrelated to the primary investigation that prompted the warrants.

The Sheriff’s Office also issued an arrest warrant for 25‑year‑old store owner Rakan Alsratai, who was not present at any of the three locations at the time of the searches. The warrant remains active as the investigation continues.

Seizures and law‑enforcement goals

According to the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, officials recovered a variety of items from the three sites that are consistent with illegal drug activity. While the specific inventory was not disclosed, the department emphasized its commitment to working alongside local, state and federal partners to disrupt illegal drug distribution and keep dangerous substances out of the community.

Community impact

Residents of the neighborhoods surrounding South Second Street, Raleigh‑LaGrange Road and Shellborne Circle have expressed relief that law‑enforcement agencies are taking decisive action against illicit drug operations. The coordinated effort underscores the Sheriff’s Office dedication to public safety and its partnership with federal agencies to address the opioid and marijuana trade that can threaten families and neighborhoods.

Next steps

The investigation remains ongoing. The Sheriff’s Office has asked anyone with additional information about the smoke‑shop operations or the individuals involved to contact the department’s tip line. Further updates will be provided as the case progresses.

“The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to working alongside local, state, and federal law‑enforcement partners to disrupt illegal drug activity and to keep dangerous substances out of our communities,” the department said in a statement.

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