On July 3, 2024, at approximately 10:56 pm, the Dare County Sheriff’s Office C-District conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle near Kinnakeet Blvd on NC Hwy 12, Avon NC.
During the stop probable cause was established to conduct a search of the vehicle. During the search of the vehicle an amount of Fentanyl, Heroin and Drug Paraphernalia were located and seized. The investigation continued to a Hotel Room where the individual was staying and an amount of Cocaine, Marijuana, Prescription Medication and more Drug Paraphernalia were located and seized.
William Thaddeus Bridgeman, 45, of Reston, VA, was charged with (F) Possession of Schedule I, 2 counts (F) Possession of Schedule II, (M) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and (M) Maintaining a Dwelling. Bridgeman was issued a $50,000 secured bond.