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2 arrested while trying to smuggle meth, weed into Georgia prison – WSB-TV Channel 2

2 arrested while trying to smuggle meth, weed into Georgia prison – WSB-TV Channel 2

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ga. — Two people are charged with trying to smuggle contraband into a Georgia prison.

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The Washington County Sheriff’s Office said Terrance Moore, 38, and Kimberly Taylor-Moore, 39, both of Covington, were arrested for possession of illegal drugs Monday evening.

Authorities said a Davisboro deputy spotted suspicious activity near the Washington State Prison. The Sheriff’s Office said through quick action and coordinated efforts, they arrested several people who attempted to smuggle contraband into the facility.

“Our team remains steadfast in its mission to protect and serve our community. The continued efforts to prevent prison collapses are a testament to the vigilance and professionalism of our deputies. We will continue to put pressure on those who seek to undermine the security of our facilities and the well-being of our residents, workers and inmates,” said Sheriff Joel Cochran.

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Kimberly Taylor-Moore was arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit a felony, two counts of possession of a Schedule II controlled substance with intent to distribute, possession of a Schedule II controlled substance Schedule V with intent to distribute, dealing with inmates without consent of the warden, and trafficking marijuana. , trafficking methamphetamine, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, serious injury caused by a vehicle, fleeing or attempting to elude police, reckless driving, failure to maintain lane, aggressive driving, speeding, failing to obey a stop sign, and speeding too fast for conditions. .

Terrance Moore was arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit a felony, two counts of possession of a Schedule II controlled substance with intent to distribute, possession of a Schedule V controlled substance with intent to distribute, dealing with inmates without the consent of the warden, trafficking marijuana and trafficking methamphetamine.

The sheriff’s office says more arrests are coming.

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