MEMPHIS, Tenn — A 27-year-old man was arrested by Shelby County authorities after they said he was found to be in possession a large amount of fentanyl.
The Shelby County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) said Kaylon Blackmond was found with one kilogram of fentanyl as well as five grams of fentanyl on him at the time of arrest.
A search warrant was carried out in the 9700 block of Royal Chartres Square, according to the SCSO. There, 25 grams of fentanyl were found as well as two pistols and a stolen revolver.
In addition to be charged with possession of a controlled substance with intent to manufacture, deliver or sell and possession of drug paraphernalia, Blackmond was charged with theft of property between $1,000 to $2,500, according to the SCSO.
"Fighting drug crimes is a crucial mission, and the sheriff's office remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguard our communities," chief deputy Anthony Buckner said.
Taking a look at Mid-South crime after Memphis' homicide record breaks
Toward the end of November 2023, it was reported that there had been 352 homicides and over 14,000 stolen cars in Memphis, Tennessee.
As crime proves to be a continued challenge for the city and surrounding areas, how to reduce the pain that it has caused communities remains on the minds of civilians, politicians and changemakers.
Click here for a collection of organized facts and data surrounding crime in the Mid-South as well as a list of organizations that could use your help in reducing crime in the Memphis area.
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