FOURTH DRUG SUSPECT IN CUSTODY

By Jon Mayhew (GASTON COUNTY) -- Corey Jamaal Howard fled a drug raid in eastern Lincoln County at the end of Januray. Howard's run ended Wednesday when he turned himself in to authorities in Gaston County.

Howard, 24, of 653 Rufus Road fled his home as officers armed with a search warrant went to the residence.  Three other people inside were taken into custody.

Howard is charged with maintaining a dwelling for a controlled substance, possession with the intent to sell and deliver a controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia.   He was transported to Lincoln County and taken before a magistrate.

He was released on a $30,000 secured bond.

Officers seized 550.1 grams of marijuana valued at $1,800 and approximately $40,000 in cash found a several locations in the home and a vehicle.  Scales, Baggies, Grinders and 3 handguns were also confiscated.