Checking Station Leads to Felony Arrest

On Thursday May 27th, around 10:30 pm, Morganton Public Safety officers were conducting a checking station on Sanford Drive when a vehicle pulled up that emitted an odor of marijuana from inside. PSO Vue motioned for the driver to pull off the roadway for further investigation. After speaking with the driver, Gelane Dula, it was found that there was a small amount of marijuana in the vehicle. Dula was asked to step outside while officers conducted a more thorough search. Subsequent that search, over 3 pounds of marijuana was located, in addition to individual baggies for resale and other paraphernalia.

Gelane Dula, 23, of 3794 S Lail Avenue Morganton, was charged with Felony Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell, or Deliver Schedule VI and jailed under a $5,000.00 Secured Bond. Dula has a first appearance on Friday May 28th, 2021.