A Matthews man, 34-year-old Leshawn Adams, was arrested on September 19, 2024, after being found in possession of multiple narcotics and a handgun at a hotel in Matthews. Police and K9 officer Raff were conducting a foot patrol in the parking lot of the Econo Lodge on Moore Road when they observed suspicious activity coming from a parked vehicle. Upon making contact with Adams, K9 Raff positively indicated the presence of narcotics in the vehicle.
A subsequent search revealed heroin, methamphetamine, crack cocaine, and drug paraphernalia, along with a handgun inside the car. Adams was arrested and charged with several offenses, including:
Possession of a Firearm by Felon
Possession of Heroin
Creating a Counterfeit Substance
Carrying a Concealed Weapon (2 counts)
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Adams was taken into custody and is facing multiple charges related to the illegal substances and firearm found in his possession.
