The arrest today of Michael McCrae Love, 48, of Roanoke Rapids, stems from a July 13 investigation into a report in which a benefits card was purchased and then used, Detective Obert Wiltsie said.
Love was charged with buying and distributing electronic benefits and illegal possession of illegal benefits.
Wiltsie said approximately $86 worth of items were purchased with the card and the investigation remains open.
Love received a $2,500 bond and August 19 court date.
Meanwhile, Wiltsie said the sheriff's office is looking for Kristopher Edmondson, 30, of Roanoke Rapids, for a charge of sell and distribute electronic food benefits.
