A Mississippi truck stop recently came under scrutiny after local authorities conducted a raid following complaints of illegal substance sales.
What happened: The Alcorn County Sheriff's Office (ACSO) raided the 45 Truck Stop in Corinth, Mississippi, on April 10, 2025. This action followed multiple undercover operations that found the truck stop violating local ordinances by selling substances like Kratom and Tianeptine.
- The ordinance in question has been in effect since 2019, targeting synthetic cannabinoids and similar products.
- During the search, ACSO seized a significant number of Kratom products along with substances related to Tianeptine, a controlled substance.
- Sildenafil (Viagra) tablets were also found and appeared to be for sale.
Who's involved: Adel Ahmed Bader, the owner of the truck stop, turned himself into authorities on April 29, 2025. He faces charges of possessing a counterfeit substance with intent to distribute and possession of a controlled substance.
What's next: The clerks received citations, and more charges could be coming for prescription drugs found at the scene. The legal proceedings are ongoing, with Bader already released on bond.