Crime & Safety

Franklin Police Bust Brentwood Pair With Coke, Pot

Franklin Police say a Brentwood couple was running a cocaine distribution ring.

FRANKLIN, TN -- Franklin Police arrested a Brentwood couple last week, alleging they ran a cocaine distribution operation.

Responding to a disturbance call at a Moore's Court apartment at 11:30 p.m. Feb. 10, officers say they discovered several baggies containing cocaine, digital scales, marijuana, and cash in the apartment.

The apartment's residents - German Haynes, 36, and Mortica Houghton, 31 - were arrested, charged with manufacture and distribution of cocaine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Houghton faces an additional marijuana possession charge.

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Both are free on bond and due in court Feb. 22.

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