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Woman Hides Fentanyl in Body During Arrest
20 Aug
Summary
- Suspected fentanyl found in a sunglasses container during a traffic stop.
- Suspect allegedly hid more drugs internally after being placed in a patrol car.
- Approximately 11 grams of suspected fentanyl were recovered in total.
In Cobb County, a traffic stop on July 24 led to the arrest of Erin Lynn Pernell and Charles David Floyd. Floyd was apprehended due to an active warrant from Warren County.
During the initial search of Floyd's vehicle, officers found approximately one gram of suspected fentanyl, along with syringes. A search of Pernell's backpack revealed more suspected fentanyl, drug paraphernalia, and measuring tools.
Authorities report that Pernell, after being placed in a patrol car, allegedly removed a hand from her handcuffs and concealed more suspected fentanyl internally. This led to an attempted ingestion at the jail, where approximately eight grams were recovered.
Pernell faces multiple charges, including trafficking fentanyl and evidence tampering. Floyd is charged with drug possession and obstruction, with allegations that he assisted Pernell in retrieving drugs hidden in her bra.
