Foolish Driving Leads to Heroin Arrest in Stafford: Police

STAFFORD, VA — Here's a friendly tip: If you're driving around around with more than 12 grams of heroin and other drug paraphernalia, you might want to strictly adhere to all traffic regulations — especially on major highways.

Here's another tip: If you're driving around around with more than 12 grams of heroin and other drug paraphernalia, it's probably not wise to dart in and out of lanes amid heavy traffic at high speeds on I-95 South.

All of which brings us to Stephen Don Carter, 43, of the Vance Way in Stafford.

His was a Toyota Tundra speeding through heavy traffic on the aforementioned Interstate when it was pulled over shortly before 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

Police say Carter was extremely anxious and shaking when asked about his driving behavior, after which an officer summoned a K-9 Unit.

Bingo. The dog detected drugs, the vehicle was searched and the heroin was found along with a digital scale and other paraphernalia.

Carter was arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance. He's being held without bond.

Photo: Stafford County Sheriff's Office