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A routine traffic stop on Shady Grove Road turned into a drug investigation on October 31, 2026, after a...

A routine traffic stop on Shady Grove Road turned into a drug investigation on October 31, 2026, after a Rockingham County Sheriff's deputy brought in K-9 Olga for further inves...

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A routine traffic stop on Shady Grove Road turned into a drug investigation on October 31, 2026, after a Rockingham County Sheriff's deputy brought in K-9 Olga for further investigation.

According to Sheriff Billy Parker, Deputy J. Pulliam conducted the traffic stop for traffic violations before deploying his K-9 partner, Olga.

The investigation resulted in two arrests: - Ashley Williams, 33, of Eden was charged with felony possession of cocaine. She was given a $2,500 secured bond and placed in the Rockingham County Detention Facility. - Stephanie Redd, 49, of Madison was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. She received a $2,500 unsecured bond. Both women appeared before a magistrate and are scheduled to appear in Rockingham County District Court on November 9, 2026.

Sheriff Parker said deputies will continue proactive patrols and enforcement efforts throughout Rockingham County to keep roads and residents safe.

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Source note: Star News TV · Nov 2, 2026 5:53 PM.

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