Man facing firearm and drug charges

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A man is behind bars on firearm and drug charges on Sunday night.

According to the Wilmington Police Department, units found a vehicle in the 900 block of Martin Street where the driver had drugs in plain view.

A search resulted in the discovery of 10.5 xanax bars, marijuana, and a firearm.

Christopher Jacobs, 35, has been charged with Possession of Firearm by a Felon, Carrying a Concealed Weapon-Gun, Felony Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Schedule IV Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Fictitious Registration.

He is being held under a $60,000 secured bond at the NHSO Detention Center.