Bradley County man arrested after deputies find drugs during welfare check
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A welfare check turned into an arrest after a man was found unconscious with drug paraphernalia nearby.
On May 21, 2025, deputies with the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), responded to a welfare check at a business on Spring Place Road.
Upon arrival, deputies found a male, later identified as Rex Woody Morgan, slumped over the steering wheel of a vehicle.
Deputies also found drug paraphernalia in Morgan’s lap, and a firearm on his hip.
EMS was able to wake him up, and his vehicle was then searched.
According to BCSO, deputies found various types of illegal narcotics and paraphernalia, including:
- Fentanyl
- Methamphetamine
- Heroin
- Marijuana
- Digital Scales
Morgan was arrested and taken into custody.
He is being charged with the following:
- Sell/Delivery of Methamphetamine
- Sell/Delivery of Schedule I
- Possession of a Firearm While Under the Influence
- Possession of Schedule II for Resale
- Public Intoxication
