Stafford, VA – Authorities in Stafford County detained a local man for driving under the influence and possession of drugs and a firearm following a citizen’s report.
Late on Wednesday, around 11:58 p.m., Deputy P.J. Leon responded to a complaint of a drunk driver near Poplar Road and Truslow Road. The vehicle was struggling to stay within the lane. Deputy Leon located the vehicle, noted its erratic movement, and initiated a traffic stop.
The driver, identified as Keith Kerns, 40, exhibited signs of narcotics use and was found to be carrying a firearm. The deputy secured the firearm before performing field sobriety tests. Subsequent to these tests, Kerns was detained when suspected controlled substances were found in his jacket and vehicle.
Kerns faces charges for driving under the influence, possession of controlled substances, possession of a firearm while in possession of controlled substances, and failure to maintain the lane of travel. He is being held at Rappahannock Regional Jail with a $3,000 secured bond.