Lewes man arrested on felony drug, weapons charges

LEWES, Del. – Delaware State Police arrested a Lewes man on multiple charges Wednesday afternoon following a traffic stop.

At around 3:45 p.m., troopers were conducting a criminal investigation at a residence in the 17000 block of Ward Avenue when they saw a suspect matching their description walk out of a residence and try to drive away in a white sedan. A traffic stop was initiated in the area of Ward Avenue and Lewes-Georgetown Highway, and on contact with the driver, 20-year-old Timmarus Perry, a strong odor of marijuana was detected coming from inside the vehicle.

A probable cause search was conducted, leading police to find 4.35 grams of crack cocaine, 1.07 grams of marijuana, a large fixed blade knife, and more than $100 in suspected drug money.

Perry was subsequently arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance, carrying a concealed deadly weapon, failure to comply with taking photos and fingerprints, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, and criminal mischief. He was later released on his own recognizance.