From the desk of Sheriff Scott Bradley

On November 26th, 2016, Deputies from the Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office made contact with 21 year old Preston Brian Hammond of Conway, during a traffic stop. Deputies noticed that a smell for marijuana was emitting from the vehicle which Hammond was driving, and during the search of the vehicle found Hammond to be in possession marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. Hammond was charged with misdemeanor Possession of a Controlled Substance, and misdemeanor Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Hammond later bonded on his charges.

Law enforcement makes arrest on facts they gather. All person are presumed innocent until proven guilty.