A traffic stop on Interstate 40 in Johnston County led to the arrest of two people.[1] The arrests occurred on 28 October 2026, just east of the NC 210 interchange.[1] According to the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy stopped the vehicle and a K-9 alerted to the presence of suspected narcotics.[1] A subsequent search uncovered 37.1 grams (0.0371 kg) of suspected marijuana, along with additional suspected controlled substances.[1] The other substances were sent to the State Crime Laboratory for analysis.[1]

Deputies also recovered a Glock 9mm handgun that had been reported stolen to the Durham Police Department.[1] The two occupants were identified as 45-year-old Rashod Maurice Richmond of Henderson and 20-year-old Mea Alana Dadamo of Roxboro.[1] Richmond was charged with possession with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver marijuana, possession of a stolen firearm, and possession of a firearm by a felon.[1] His bond was set at $100,000.[1] Dadamo was charged with possession with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver marijuana and possession of a stolen firearm.[1] Her bond was set at $50,000.[1]

Authorities said additional charges were possible depending on the test results.[1] The investigation remained ongoing pending the results of laboratory testing.[1]