On Wednesday, October 7th, Deputies with the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Interstate Criminal Enforcement (ICE) Team performed a traffic stop on a passenger vehicle on Interstate 77 South near the 63 Mile Marker.

Aaron Ramont Moore
During the traffic stop, a canine was utilized and gave a positive indication for the presence and odor of a narcotic coming from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search was conducted and deputies discovered 14.02 pounds of marijuana in the trunk of the vehicle concealed inside a large suitcase. The individual packages were vacuumed sealed.
Moore was arrested on scene, and transported to the Iredell County Detention Center. Moore was charged with; Felony Trafficking Marijuana by Possession, and Felony Trafficking Marijuana by Transport.
A secured bond of $75,000 was set.