At approximately 11:06 p.m. on August 21, 2024, deputies from the A-District of the Dare County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling on Hwy 158 in Kitty Hawk.
During the stop, a Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit was deployed and indicated the presence of an illegal controlled substance. A subsequent search of the vehicle resulted in the discovery and seizure of mushrooms and THC.
Julia L. Knapp, F/21, of Virginia Beach, VA, was arrested at the scene. Knapp has been charged with Felony Possession of a Schedule I Controlled Substance and Felony Possession of THC.
Knapp has been issued a $15,000 secured bond related to these charges.
The Dare County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to ensuring public safety and addressing drug-related offenses within the community. The department encourages anyone with information about illegal substances or other criminal activities to contact local law enforcement. For tips or information, please reach out to the Dare County Sheriff’s Office at 252-475-5980 or the Dare County Communications Center at 252-473-3444.