Andalusia Police Make Drug Trafficking Arrest
On August 23, at 6:15pm, Deputies with the Covington County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the Westhaven Apartments in Andalusia to serve a warrant. Upon arrival, the Deputies detected the odor of marijuana coming from the residence.
The 22nd Judicial Circuit Drug Task Force responded to assist Deputies. When the DTF agents arrived, they observed a black male carrying a white trashcan and exit through a side window of the apartment.
The suspect attempted to elude agents and resisted arrest.
After arresting the suspect, it was discovered that the white trashcan contained over 11 ounces of marijuana, and over 15 ounces of synthetic marijuana, and multiple bags for packaging the illegal drugs.
After being searched, DTF agents found over $1000 in the suspect’s pants pocket.
Kelvin Peacock was charged with Attempting to Elude Police, Resisting Arrest, Drug Trafficking, Possession of Marijuana in the 1 st degree, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Peacock is currently in the Covington County Jail and his bond was set at $595,000.00.
