Billie Jo Jamison (left) was arrested after the discovery of a pound of suspected methamphetamine (right) during at traffic stop on U.S. 441 in Rabun Gap on May 4, 2026. (Rabun County Sheriff’s Office)
RABUN GAP, Ga. - A traffic stop in Rabun Gap on Monday led to the discovery of a pound of suspected methamphetamine hidden inside a vehicle.
Rabun County drug arrest
What we know:
Rabun County Sheriff's Office deputies stopped a car on U.S. 441 on Monday. During the stop, deputies noticed signs of criminal activity and brought in a K9 unit to sniff the air around the car.
The dog alerted deputies to the vehicle, leading to a search that revealed approximately one pound of suspected methamphetamine. The drugs were hidden under a spare tire.
Billie Jo Jamison charges
By the numbers:
Billie Jo Jamison, 53, of Rabun Gap, was arrested without trouble and taken to the Rabun County Detention Center. She is charged with trafficking methamphetamine and possessing a controlled substance with the intent to distribute near a park or housing project.
Sheriff Mark Gerrells statement
What they're saying:
Sheriff Mark Gerrells said he is proud of the work his deputies are doing to remove illegal drugs from the community. He noted the case shows the importance of proactive police work and cooperation between agencies.
Ongoing narcotics investigation
What we don't know:
Authorities have not said where the drugs were coming from or where they were intended to be delivered. The investigation into this case is still ongoing.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from a press release provided by the Rabun County Sheriff's Office and Sheriff Mark Gerrells.