Traffic Stop between Warda and LaGrange

Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek reports, on Wednesday, September 20th, at approximately 9:30pm Deputy Cody Williams conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a registration violation on Highway 77 between Warda and La Grange.
After a brief investigation, the passenger of the vehicle was identified as Annie Jones (38) of Bastrop. Jones lied to Deputies about her identity. Consent to search was obtained. During the search, Deputy Williams located 1 pound and 8.35 ounces of Marijuana in a bag. Jones claimed to be moving the bag for a friend. Jones was arrested for Felony Possession of Marijuana and was also charged with Failure to identify. Jones was transported to the Dan R. Beck Justice Center in La grange and booked without incident.
The Fayette County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Unit assisted on scene.