Tennessee fugitive, woman arrested on drug charges in Jones County

Tennessee fugitive, woman arrested on drug charges in Jones County According to the Jones County Sheriff's Office, Deputy Van Deursen noticed a man acting suspiciously outside the store. 28 minutes ago Elbert Hubbard , HADDOCK, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man wanted out of Tennessee and a woman were arrested Friday evening after deputies discovered methamphetamine during an encounter at a Dollar General in Haddock. According to the Jones County Sheriff’s Office , Deputy Van Deursen noticed a man acting suspiciously outside the store. When the man spotted the deputy, he reportedly turned away, returned to his vehicle and attempted to conceal his face with a baseball cap. The deputy continued watching as the man and his girlfriend went in and out of the store, remained inside for an extended period and later sat in their vehicle without leaving the parking lot. Investigators identified the man as John Thomas Mason, a registered sex offender wanted out of Tennessee. Van Deursen and additional deputies stopped Mason and his girlfriend, identified as Maranda Poss, as they were leaving the parking lot. During the encounter, deputies discovered both individuals were in possession of methamphetamine, according to the sheriff’s office. Mason was arrested on his outstanding warrant, while Poss was charged with hindering apprehension. Both also face charges of possession of methamphetamine. The sheriff’s office said Mason and Poss remain in custody. Categories : Featured , Jones County , Local News Tags : arrest , Drug arrest , john mason , Jones County , maranda poss , sex offender Facebook Pinterest Twitter Linkedin