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Deputies: Suspect had crystal meth and nearly $6,000

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BOONE, NC (WBTV) -

Deputies in Watauga County are in the middle of a drug investigation. The investigation led deputies to a home on Long Street in Boone earlier this month.

Investigators say while searching that home, they found 24 grams of crystal methamphetamine and $5,756. Investigators also found drug paraphernalia.

Baxter Smith James, 68, was arrested on several charges: possession-intent to sell methamphetamine, possession of a firearm by a felon, maintaining a dwelling for controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

James was taken to the Watauga County Detention Center on a $30,000 bond.

Investigators just released this information and say more arrests are expected.

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