On November 18, 2022, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop in the area of Kindley Farm Rd. and Foxfire Rd., Asheboro. Upon approach, the odor of marijuana was emitting from the vehicle. The driver, identified as Robert Norman Yates, does not possess an active driver’s license. During a subsequent search, methamphetamine and paraphernalia were located. Yates was arrested and transported to the Randolph County Detention Center where the magistrate found probable cause for the charges of Felony Possession of Methamphetamine and Misdemeanor Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was issued a written promise to appear on November 28, 2022, in Randolph County District Court.
Defendant:
Robert Norman Yates
Age: 34