Buena Vista Man Arrested Again for Meth Possession

Police find additional meth while serving drug indictment

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A 39-year-old Buena Vista man, Brandon Dean Smith, was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine after police found him with an additional quarter-ounce of the drug while serving him an indictment for previous meth possession charges.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of combating the methamphetamine epidemic in small Virginia communities like Buena Vista, where repeat offenders continue to cycle through the criminal justice system despite efforts to curb drug use and distribution.

The details

In September 2025, a joint operation between Buena Vista police and the James River Regional Drug Task Force led to a traffic stop of Smith, during which a K9 detected the presence of illegal drugs. A search uncovered about a quarter-ounce of methamphetamine. Smith was later indicted by a grand jury in January 2026 for possession with intent to distribute meth. When authorities located and arrested Smith on January 29, 2026 to serve the indictment, they seized an additional quarter-ounce of meth he had in his possession.

  • In September 2025, Smith was pulled over and found with meth.
  • On January 28, 2026, Smith was indicted by a grand jury.
  • On January 29, 2026, Smith was arrested and served the indictment.

The players

Brandon Dean Smith

A 39-year-old Buena Vista resident who has been arrested multiple times for methamphetamine possession and distribution.

Buena Vista Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and arrest of Smith.

James River Regional Drug Task Force

A multi-jurisdictional law enforcement task force that collaborated with Buena Vista police on the investigation and arrest of Smith.

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What’s next

Smith is currently being held without bond at the Rockbridge Regional Jail as the case proceeds through the criminal justice system.

The takeaway

This case underscores the persistent challenge of curbing methamphetamine use and distribution in small Virginia communities, where repeat offenders continue to cycle through the criminal justice system despite law enforcement efforts.