Suspected Dealer Caught With Coke, Weed During Seizures In Spotsy, Fredericksburg: Police

Busts at three locations in Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania counties led to the recovery of drugs, weapons, and landed a suspected dealer behind bars, police say.

Tai’eric Lewis
Photo Credit: *Fredericksburg Police*

Zak Failla

07/17/2024 9:00 a.m.

Tai'eric Lewis, 28, of Fredericksburg, was arrested following a joint investigation by local, state, and federal police into reported drug distribution throughout the region.

Last week, police concluded a long-term investigation that led to search and seizure warrants at three properties in the area that led to the discovery of:

Approximately half a kilo of cocaine;
$17,000 in cash;
Three pounds of marijuana;
Stolen gun out of Fredericksburg;
Distribution paraphernalia.

Lewis was arrested, and his vehicle was seized, pending possible forfeiture. He was charged with:

Distribution or selling Schedule I/II drugs;
Distribution and possession with intent to distribute marijuana;
Two counts of abuse/neglect of a child: reckless disregard for life.

Additional charges are pending, authorities said on Tuesday, July 16.

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