22.2 Grams of Marijuana Found During Traffic Stop and a Cyclist Searches for Stolen Bicycle

A man is facing several charges after allegedly throwing drugs out of a car during a traffic stop, according to the Reporting Officer (R/O).
On Sept. 13, around 11:00 p.m., an R/O on patrol near Cherry Road and Myrtle Drive observed a vehicle speeding 52 mph in a 40 mph zone with a defective tail light. The R/O immediately initiated blue lights to conduct a traffic stop.
While closely approaching behind the vehicle, the R/O spotted the driver tossing a bag containing pill-like substances out of his window near Cherry Rd and Richmond Rd. The R/O immediately contacts an additional officer for assistance in locating the bag before pulling over the driver.
Following the traffic stop, the driver was immediately patted down before the bag was recovered. The R/O concluded that the bag thrown from the vehicle window were edibles containing THC.
According to the R/O, a probable cause search was determined to be necessary due to the strong smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle. During the search, the R/O also spotted a blue book bag containing a container of marijuana inside the vehicle.
The driver was issued a SC Uniform Traffic Ticket for VDL possession of marijuana 1st offense and a verbal warning for a defective headlight and speeding.
According to the R/O, all items on the scene were confiscated for testing and were found to contain 22.2 grams of marijuana.
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Winthrop University Police Department is currently investigating a theft incident reported on Sept. 11. The incident involved a bicycle stolen from the front area of East Thompson between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 9:30 a.m.
According to the owner of the bicycle, identified as a Winthrop Affiliate, It is believed that the suspect cut the lock from the bicycle and stole it.
The bicycle is described as a cream color, women’s style Schwinn 700c Admiral. The cyclist’s owner also states that they do not wish to press charges if the bicycle is returned.