Drug task force gets laudatory performance audit

A performance audit of Carroll County's drug task force found exemplary recordkeeping, transactions conducted according to established policy and good procedures and practices.

The nine-member task force, which was re-established three years ago, operates solely on funds and assets seized from illegal drug transactions.

"Our operating account is good now, with many cases outstanding," said Sheriff Kenneth Tregoning, who requested the audit. "Our numbers continue to grow."

Besides the Sheriff's Department, the task force includes Maryland State Police, Carroll County state's attorney and Westminster police.