Bowling Green, October 4, 2025
News Summary
A 33-year-old man from Bowling Green, Delsjuan Dewalt, has been arrested for multiple offenses including trafficking fentanyl following a traffic stop. Dewalt was found with marijuana, a loaded handgun, and drug paraphernalia. In a related case, two other individuals were also arrested for drug trafficking. Authorities are intensifying their efforts to combat fentanyl distribution amid rising overdose deaths.
Bowling Green – A 33-year-old man from Bowling Green, Delsjuan Dewalt, has been charged with multiple offenses, including trafficking fentanyl, after a traffic stop incident on Thursday night. The stop occurred on Stubbins Street just after 10:45 p.m. when police noticed Dewalt’s vehicle was driving without headlamps.
During the stop, Dewalt informed officers that he had a warrant out for his arrest. This admission led to his detention after officers detected the smell of marijuana emanating from the vehicle. A search of Dewalt resulted in the discovery of marijuana in his pocket. Further investigation of the vehicle uncovered several items, including:
- A green leafy substance
- A glass pipe
- A loaded handgun
Dewalt claimed ownership of both the handgun and the marijuana found in his possession. Following his arrest, he was booked into the Warren County Regional Jail. Charges against Dewalt include:
- Possession of a handgun by a convicted felon
- Possession of marijuana
- Drug paraphernalia (buy/possess)
- Trafficking in a controlled substance (fentanyl), first offense, following the execution of an indictment warrant
In a related development, two individuals, Tamia O. Matthews (27) and Terrence O. Matthews (35), were also arrested by the Bowling Green–Warren County Drug Task Force on similar drug trafficking charges. Their arrests occurred during a search of their residence on Highland Drive, where officers seized:
- Two handguns
- Crack cocaine
- Powder fentanyl
- Marijuana
- 87 Xanax tablets
- Nine hydrocodone tablets
- $1,323 in cash
This arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into fentanyl trafficking in Bowling Green, which authorities anticipate will result in further charges. The authorities are cracking down on drug-related offenses in the area, emphasizing the seriousness of trafficking drugs such as fentanyl, which is known for its potential for abuse and danger to public health.
Background on Fentanyl Trafficking
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is significantly more potent than morphine and has been linked to numerous overdose deaths across the country. Law enforcement agencies have been ramping up efforts to curb fentanyl distribution due to the alarming rise in fatalities that have stemmed from its misuse. Cases of trafficking like those involving Dewalt and the Matthews are indicative of broader drug trafficking problems in the region, creating a focus on prevention and enforcement initiatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the charges against Delsjuan Dewalt?
Charges against Dewalt include possession of a handgun by a convicted felon, possession of marijuana, drug paraphernalia (buy/possess), and trafficking in a controlled substance (fentanyl), first offense, following the execution of an indictment warrant.
What items were found during the search of Dewalt’s vehicle?
A vehicle search led to the discovery of a green leafy substance, a glass pipe, and a loaded handgun.
What did the authorities find during the arrest of the Matthews?
Officers found two handguns, crack cocaine, powder fentanyl, marijuana, 87 Xanax tablets, nine hydrocodone tablets, and $1,323 in cash in the Matthews’ residence.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Date | Thursday, 10:45 p.m. |
| Primary Individual Involved | Delsjuan Dewalt |
| Main Charges | Trafficking fentanyl, possession of marijuana, possession of a handgun by a convicted felon, and drug paraphernalia |
| Related Arrests | Tamia O. Matthews and Terrence O. Matthews |
| Items Seized | Handguns, crack cocaine, powder fentanyl, marijuana, Xanax tablets, hydrocodone tablets, cash |
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Additional Resources
- WNKY: Bowling Green Man Charged with Trafficking Fentanyl
- Wikipedia: Fentanyl
- WBKO: 2 Bowling Green Residents Arrested
- Google Search: Fentanyl Trafficking
- BG Daily News: Fentanyl News
- Google Scholar: Fentanyl Overdose
- WNKY: Two Arrested Following Bowling Green Fentanyl Bust
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Fentanyl
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