Wilmington woman arrested on drug charges

The Wilmington Police Department, with assistance from the U.S. Marshal Fugitive Apprehension Team, has located and arrested Melinda Conger, of Wilmington, in connection with a multi-count felony drug indictment.

Conger faces the following charges:

• Aggravated trafficking in drugs – second-degree felony;

• Aggravated trafficking in drugs – third-degree felony;

• Aggravated trafficking in drugs – third-degree felony;

• Aggravated trafficking in drugs – second-degree felony;

• Aggravated possession of drugs – second-degree felony;

• Possession of a fentanyl-related compound – third-degree felony;

• Possession of cocaine – fifth-degree felony; and

• Aggravated possession of drugs – fifth-degree felony.

Conger was taken into custody without incident.

The Wilmington Police Department extends its appreciation to the Warren County Drug Task Force, the U.S. Marshal Fugitive Apprehension Team, and the Clinton County Prosecutor’s Office for their invaluable assistance and cooperation throughout this investigation.

An indictment is merely a charge and is not evidence of guilt.