Man faces drug charges

Dow William Owens, 26, of Haysi, was arrested July 9 and charged with possession of a Schedule II controlled substance, according to a Galax Police Department report.
Owens was charged by Police Officer Darren Alley, who was conducting a routine traffic stop. Alley's observations led to a search of the vehicle, which resulted in Owens being charged. Owens was sent to the New River Valley Regional Jail pending his appearance in the Galax General District Court. Read more: Man faces drug charges