Alexander County Resident Charged with Drug Possession

Taylorsville man also had outstanding warrants for driving, harassment

Apr. 15, 2026 at 8:05am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a small plastic bag containing white powder, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic through the use of harsh, direct lighting against a pitch-black background.A recent drug-related arrest in Alexander County underscores the ongoing challenges local law enforcement face in addressing substance abuse issues.Taylorsville Today

Toby Ryan Bentley, a 44-year-old resident of Taylorsville, North Carolina, was arrested on Monday evening by deputies with the Alexander County Sheriff's Office. Bentley was charged with possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was also served with failure to appear warrants on previous charges, including driving while his license was revoked, and is facing a pending charge of making harassing phone calls.

Why it matters

Drug-related crimes and repeat offenders are an ongoing concern for law enforcement in Alexander County, which has seen an increase in substance abuse issues in recent years. This arrest highlights the challenges local authorities face in addressing these problems and keeping the community safe.

The details

According to the sheriff's office, Bentley was taken into custody on Monday evening on Paynes Dairy Road in Taylorsville. In addition to the new drug charges, he was served with outstanding warrants for previous offenses, including driving while his license was revoked. Bentley also has a pending 2025 charge of making harassing phone calls.

  • Bentley was arrested on Monday evening, April 14, 2026.
  • He is facing a pending 2025 charge of making harassing phone calls.

The players

Toby Ryan Bentley

A 44-year-old resident of Taylorsville, North Carolina, who was arrested and charged with drug possession and other offenses.

Alexander County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency that arrested Bentley and charged him with the drug-related crimes.

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The takeaway

This arrest highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement in Alexander County face in addressing drug-related crimes and repeat offenders, underscoring the need for continued community-based efforts to address substance abuse issues and promote public safety.