Raeford, NC - The Hoke County Sheriff’s Office announced on November 18, 2025, detectives with the NVSU-Criminal Interdiction Team (CIT) assisted road units with a traffic stop conducted by road deputies. CIT arrived to the scene of the stop after recognizing the driver’s name, Javier Ortez, when provided by dispatch. CIT was familiar with Mr. Ortez from a previous traffic stop in August which resulted in Mr. Ortez being placed under arrest.

 A probable cause search of the vehicle was conducted and detectives located approximately one (1) pound of marijuana. Detectives also located assorted items of paraphernalia such as designer bags and digital scales.  

Mr. Ortez was placed under arrest and transported to the Hoke County Detention Center. Mr. Ortez was charged at the Hoke County Detention Center with possession with intent to manufacture/sell/deliver marijuana and maintain a vehicle/place for sell/delivery of controlled substances.

 Mr. Ortez was held on no bond, due to being out on pre-trial release for previous charges.