On May 19, 2023, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Finch Farm Road and Kennedy Road in reference to a Welfare Check involving a white male who was sitting in the middle of the traffic circle. Upon arriving on scene, deputies located the male who appeared to be asleep. The deputy was able to wake the male, later identified as Jared Michael Kirk, who refused any medical attention. The deputy observed a zip lock bag containing a substance being held by Kirk. The bag was collected. Upon utilization of a field test kit, the substance tested positive for cocaine. Kirk was placed under arrest for felony possession of cocaine and transported to the Randolph County Detention Center. The magistrate found probable cause for the charge and Kirk was issued a $1,500 secured bond. A first appearance was set for May 22, 2023, in Randolph County District Court.
Name of Defendant:
Jared Michael Kirk
Age: 38