Leander Martin Rahming was charged with trafficking in methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine with intent to sell, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Deputy Anthony Lopez stopped a car on Fifth Street on Stock Island about 12:30 a.m. for failure to stop at a stop sign. Rahming was driving. There was a female passenger in the car. Rahming is known to Deputy Lopez from previous encounters with law enforcement. A K9 was called to the scene. The dog alerted to the presence of drugs in the car where Rahming was sitting. The car was searched.
An orange container was found in the center console. Inside were two plastic baggies containing a white, crystal-like substance that filed-tested positive as methamphetamine. The total weight of the methamphetamine was 26.8 grams or nearly an ounce. A small amount of marijuana was also found inside the container.
A digital scale containing a white powder residue was also found in the car.
Rahming was taken to jail. The passenger was not arrested.
Anyone with information about crimes should contact the Sheriff's Office at 305-292-7000. Callers who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 1-866-471-8477. Tipsters can remain anonymous and if a tip leads to an arrest in the case, the caller may be eligible for a cash reward. Tips may also be submitted online at www.floridakeyscrimestoppers.comor via a text message using the smartphone app called P3 Phone. Tips can also be submitted via social media such as Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using the @CrimeStoppers305 hashtag.