WCSO CAT Press Release - PWID Jan. 8, 2020

Incident: Possession with Intent to Distribute Narcotics
Date of Incident: January 8th, 2020
Location: E Walnut Street/ S Fourth Street Delmar, MD
Suspect’s: Tyrell Adrian Joyce (32 years of age)
Narrative: On January 8th, 2020 the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office Community Action Team (CAT) conducted a traffic stop in the area of E Walnut Street and S Fourth Street, Delmar, MD. The operator of the vehicle was identified as Tyrell Adrian Joyce. Joyce drove erratically prior to being stopped in an apparent attempt to avoid law enforcement detection. Based on criminal indicators, a K-9 scan was conducted of Joyce’s vehicle, which yielded a positive alert. Numerous cell phones were located in the vehicle and on Joyce’s person. Joyce was in possession of a large amount US currency in assorted denominations that was indicative of drug distribution. Detectives walked Joyce’s travel path and located a baggie containing 29 capsules containing a heroin/fentanyl mix. Based off the investigation it was determined that Joyce discarded the contraband while attempting to avoid law enforcement. Joyce was arrested and charged accordingly. Joyce is being held without bond at the Wicomico County Detention Center.
Charges: Possession with the intent to distribute narcotic and Possession with the intent to distribute heroin/ fentanyl mix