Two men charged after Walmart theft complaint in LaVale leads to drug seizure

LAVALE — Two men were taken to the Allegany County Detention Center after a theft complaint at the Walmart in LaVale turned up suspected crack cocaine and fentanyl.

Benjamin Farmer and Melvin Nester Jr. are accused of stealing nearly $750 in merchandise from the store.

During the arrest, Nester allegedly had a digital scale with suspected cocaine residue and a glass pipe that also held suspected cocaine residue. A clear plastic baggie containing suspected fentanyl was also found. The substances were found along the path Nester took as he tried to flee the scene, according to the report.

Both men face charges related to theft and possession of controlled dangerous substances, including crack cocaine and fentanyl.

Charges are allegations. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty.