MANSFIELD — An Ashland man is facing drug-related charges after Ashland Police executed a search warrant on his East Third Street apartment, according to Ashland Police Lt. Garry Alting.
Devin Hayes, 21, of Ashland, was arrested March 19 after Ashland Police detectives assigned to the METRICH Enforcement Unit executed a search warrant at his home and recovered more than two pounds of marijuana, several suspected marijuana brownies, suspected MDMA (Molly), suspected cocaine, suspected THC Dabs, several suspected THC oil cartridges and other evidence of drug trafficking, authorities reported.
The estimated street value of the suspected high grade marijuana, THC cartridges and MDMA, was more than $16,000, police said. The suspected THC oil cartridges had colorful designs and came in fruity flavors.
“This has been found to be appealing to younger customers,” Alting said. “The oil can be smoked through a vape pen.”
Hayes was charged with third-degree felony possession of marijuana The case will be forwarded to the Ashland County Prosecutor’s Office for review regarding further charges, Alting said.
Citizens with information regarding any suspected criminal activity can call the confidential tip line at 419-289- COPS (2677).
