The Police Department’s continuing undercover narcotics investigation downtown led to Wednesday’s arrests of two men for selling cocaine, one case involving fentanyl.
Ronnie Drinks, 48, made a drug transaction with an undercover detective at Riverfront Park prior to his arrest. 12.2 grams of cocaine were recovered. He was charged with possession with intent to sell cocaine, the sale of cocaine, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Drinks is being held in lieu of $82,000 bond.
Bryce Russell, 37, was arrested following an attempted drug transaction with an undercover detective at 3rd Avenue South and Demonbreun Street. 1.8 grams of cocaine laced with fentanyl, 9.7 grams of marijuana, and digital scales were seized.
Russell was charged with two counts of possession with intent to distribute, simple possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. He is being held in lieu of $25,000.
For those seeking treatment for drug addiction, the Community Overdose Response Team (CORT) can help. This team is a free and confidential resource to help find drug and alcohol treatment for individuals who are at risk of an overdose. The service is offered free of charge regardless of health insurance status. The team works with an individual to determine the appropriate level of care (e.g., detox, residential, or outpatient treatment, etc.). To make a referral or learn more about this resource for our community, call the Community Overdose Response Team at 615-687-1701.
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Ronnie Drinks, 48
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