08/28/2026
TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO FOOT PURSUIT, NARCOTICS SEIZURE, AND ARREST
On Thursday, August 27, 2026, at approximately 5:00 p.m., officers with the Scotland Neck Police Department were conducting speed enforcement in a residential area that has received multiple complaints regarding speeding.
Sergeant Bobbitt conducted a traffic stop in the area of West 12th Street near Westhaven Avenue after observing a vehicle traveling at a speed in excess of the posted speed limit.
Upon approaching the vehicle, officers identified the driver as Jamie Armstong, of Scotland Neck. During the course of the traffic stop, officers observed that a child inside the vehicle was not secured in a child restraint. Officers also detected the odor of ma*****na coming from inside the vehicle.
Based on the circumstances observed during the traffic stop, officers conducted a probable cause search of the vehicle. During the search, another adult arrived at the scene to take custody of the child.
While conducting the search, officers located a bag containing suspected illegal narcotics. At that time, Armstrong grabbed the bag and fled from officers on foot.
A foot pursuit ensued, and Officer Garcia was able to apprehend Armstrong without incident a short time later. Officers also recovered the bag containing the suspected illegal narcotics.
Armstrong was transported to the Halifax County Magistrate's Office, where he was charged with:
• Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver Schedule I Controlled Substance
• Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver Schedule II Controlled Substance
• Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver Ma*****na
• Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver Fentanyl
• Felony Maintaining a Vehicle
• Resisting a Public Officer
• Driving While License Revoked
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Speeding
• Failure to Secure Child in Rear Seat
Armstrong was given a $100,000 secured bond and is scheduled to appear in court on September 23, 2026.
The Scotland Neck Police Department remains committed to protecting the safety and security of the citizens of the Town of Scotland Neck. Our officers will continue to conduct proactive enforcement efforts, respond to community concerns, and work diligently to remove illegal narcotics from our community.
We also encourage residents to report suspected criminal activity. If you have information regarding illegal drug activity or other criminal activity in our community, please contact the Scotland Neck Police Department or Halifax County Crime Stoppers (252-583-4444). Tips may be provided anonymously.
All individuals charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
