Two Benton teens arrested on drug charges

Staff Report

Two Benton teenagers were arrested Saturday night by Benton police and both are facing a variety of drug-related charges.

According to the police report, officers responded to an emergency call in the 200 block of South Pine Street.  After officers arrived, and following an investigation, police arrested Samantha R. Wheatley, 19, of Benton for unlawful possession of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of cannabis, manufacturing or delivery of cannabis, and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.  Police also arrested Joe D. Jackson, 18, of Benton for unlawful possession of cannabis, manufacturing or delivery of cannabis, unlawful possession of hypodermic syringe or needle, and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.

Both were transported to the Franklin County Jail for further processing.

 

 

 

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