On September 6, 2024, at approximately 10:52 P.M. Officers from the Southern Shores Police Department conducted a traffic stop on US 158 at the entrance to Martin’s point in reference to expired registration and a head light out.
During the stop, the Southern Shores Police Department’s K-9 was deployed and indicated the presence of an illegal controlled substance. A subsequent search of the vehicle resulted in the discovery and seizure of Cocaine.
Brian Murillo, M/34, of Harbinger, NC was arrested and charged with Felony Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of Open Container.
Murillo was taken to the Dare County Detention Facility and bond has been set at 7,500 secured.