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🌱 Why three Maxton residents now face serious drug and child abuse charges

Maxton, North Carolina Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good morning to you Maxton! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why three Maxton residents now face serious drug and child abuse charges
  • Maxton man faces multiple kidnapping and child abuse charges after domestic call

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, with a high of 80 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and delightful, temps: high: 75, low: 46.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and delightful, with a high of 80 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Trio arrested during drug search warrant (robesonian.com) — Law enforcement seized drugs and a firearm during a search near Prospect that led to three Maxton residents being arrested on multiple drug-related charges and child abuse allegations. Deputies say they’ll keep monitoring the property and may pursue nuisance abatement if complaints continue, and they’re asking Maxton-area residents to share any tips about ongoing drug activity.
   

• RCSO arrests suspect in domestic violence assault investigation (robesonian.com) — A Maxton-area domestic assault investigation has resulted in a local man facing numerous felony charges, including multiple counts of kidnapping, child abuse, and assault. Deputies say the suspect fled before they arrived but was later arrested, and they’re asking Maxton residents to come forward with any information that could aid the ongoing investigation.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Laurinburg

  • Conversations with NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson and Charlotte Optimist founder Michael Graff (wfae.org)
  • Laurinburg bowling alley temporarily closes due to minor fire (wpde.com)
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  • St. Pauls senior wins new car in Driven 2 Excel program (robesonian.com)

Ok Maxton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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