Two charged with assault on law enforcement officer following traffic stop

Traffic
Latez Pollock and Jaya Graham (Photo: WPD)

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington Police have arrested two people for allegedly assaulting an officer during a traffic stop.

According to WPD, police pulled over a vehicle for swerving too much in the 700 block of manly avenue. When officers asked the passenger to step out of the vehicle for an outstanding warrant, he became combative and allegedly assaulted the officer.

Latez Pollock, 24, has been charged with Failure to Appear on Felony, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana, Assault on Law Enforcement Officer, and Resist/Delay/Obstruct.

Jaya Graham, 23,  has been charged with Assault on Law Enforcement Officer, Resist/Delay/Obstruct, and Failure to Maintain Lane.

Both suspects are being held at the NHSO Detention Center without bond. 

Categories: Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories