Two Men Arrested in Drug Bust in Burke County

Two men were taken into custody Monday on drug charges in Burke County.  A search warrant was served at a home in the 1200 block of Farmers Bridge Road in reference to illegal narcotics sales.

Burke County authorities say Michael Whitaker was holding a small caliber semi-automatic handgun when he came to the door.  After a brief struggle, Whitaker was taken into custody.

While searching the home, the Burke County Sheriff's Office Special Response Team found James Gordon Martin allegedly disposing of narcotics in the kitchen.  A struggle with law enforcement ensued, then Martin was also taken into custody.

Both Whitaker and Martin have been charged with Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute.  Whitaker was also charged with Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime.  Martin was also charged with Felony Obstruction of a Law Enforcement Officer and Failure to Register as a Sex Offender.