
LINCOLNTON, N.C. — Three men in Lincolnton were arrested after they reportedly tried to sell cocaine to an undercover detective.
According to reports, Malik Selassei Levons, 20, Adrian Alexander Bryson, 20, and Scottie Bernard Staton, Jr., 24, attempted to sell more than 40 grams of cocaine to an undercover detective on Wednesday.
Police say the individuals were arrested shortly after the incident. “We aggressively investigate those who transport and sell large amounts of drugs. Putting drug traffickers in jail, and ultimately prison, is a priority within this division of the Sheriff’s Office,” said Narcotics Lt. Jon Propst.
The individuals reportedly face multiple charges, including Possession of Cocaine and Conspiring to Traffic Cocaine.