Sheriff’s Brother Faces Drug Charges | Virginia Beach News

Tommie Wayne Basnight, brother of Chowan County Sheriff Edward “Scooter” Basnight, faces drug charges after a domestic dispute on Macedonia Road turned into a DEA-style bust—deputies found marijuana evidence pointing to possession with intent to sell and manufacture, while also uncovering a DSS violation involving his stepdaughter. The Sheriff has stepped back from the investigation, already coordinating with the DA to ensure transparency. Family ties add complexity to this unfolding case in a quiet community where neighbors are literally next door. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5d7c58eb5702e6db