Whiteville Police arrest man following narcotics investigation, seize drugs and illegal alcohol
WHITEVILLE, NC (WWAY) — A traffic stop conducted by the Whiteville Police Department’s Criminal and Narcotics Investigation Division (CNID) led to the arrest of a Whiteville man and the seizure of narcotics, marijuana, and approximately 18 gallons of alleged illegal liquor, according to authorities.
Police said detectives stopped a vehicle driven by Wiley Memory on June 17, 2026, for a traffic violation within the city limits of Whiteville.
During the traffic stop, investigators conducted a search of the vehicle and Memory, reportedly discovering approximately 2.4 grams of methamphetamine.
According to the Whiteville Police Department, information and evidence gathered during the investigation led detectives to obtain a search warrant for Memory’s residence.
While executing the search warrant, investigators reported finding additional quantities of methamphetamine, psilocybin mushrooms, marijuana, marijuana paraphernalia, drug paraphernalia, and approximately 18 gallons of non-tax-paid spirituous liquor.
As a result of the investigation, Memory was arrested and charged with:
- Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver Marijuana
- Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver a Schedule I Controlled Substance
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Possession of Marijuana Paraphernalia
- Manufacture of Liquor Without a Permit
- Possession/Sale of Non-Tax-Paid Liquor
- Possession/Sale of Alcoholic Beverages Without a Permit
The Whiteville Police Department said the investigation is ongoing and that additional charges may be filed as investigators continue to review evidence.
In a statement, the department reiterated its commitment to combating illegal narcotics activity and other criminal enterprises that threaten public safety.
Anyone with information regarding illegal narcotics activity is encouraged to contact the Whiteville Police Department’s Criminal and Narcotics Investigation Division.
