FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man is facing multiple felony charges after police say they discovered drugs, cash, and a stolen firearm during a search of his apartment.
According to court documents, Uyin Alau of Fargo has been charged with three felonies: possession with intent to deliver cocaine while armed, theft of property, and unlawful possession of a firearm.
The case began on Halloween, when officers responded to a disturbance at an apartment complex located at 1940 21st Avenue South in Fargo. Witnesses told police that Alau had been in a fight with another man and later returned with a pistol as the other individual drove away.
Five days later, investigators executed a search warrant at Alau’s apartment at the same address. During the search, police reportedly seized a stolen handgun, 42 grams of suspected cocaine, multiple plastic baggies, and $3,285 in cash.
Authorities say the seized evidence indicates possible drug trafficking activity. Alau was arrested and booked into the Cass County Jail.
Possession of a firearm during a drug trafficking offense significantly increases potential penalties under North Dakota law. More details on firearm-related drug statutes are available through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Alau’s next court appearance is pending in Cass County District Court.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
