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Alexander County Woman Busted On Felony Drug Trafficking Charges

November 13, 2024 By Richard C. Gilbert

Payton Rose Schwantes

Payton Rose Schwantes, age 28 of Stony Point, was arrested overnight by Alexander County Sheriff’s Office Deputies and charged with a series of felony drug offenses. The charges are the result of a recent investigation by multiple agencies including Taylorsville Police. Schwantes is charged with felony trafficking methamphetamine, felony possession with intent to manufacture/sell/deliver controlled substance and felony maintaining a vehicle or place for controlled substance. She’s being held without bond and is scheduled to make a district court appearance on Monday, November 18th in Taylorsville.

Photo: Alexander County Sheriff’s Office

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