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Volusia County inmate re-arrested on drug trafficking charges minutes after release from jail

Volusia County inmate re-arrested on drug trafficking charges minutes before release

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — A Volusia County man was re-arrested soon after he was released from jail.

Roger Rutz was re-arrested in Volusia County after a search of his apartment revealed a large quantity of drugs.

Investigators arrested Rutz on Thursday while he was in a rideshare vehicle after his release.

Complaints about traffic coming from his apartment prompted authorities to obtain a warrant and conduct a search.

During the search, law enforcement discovered fentanyl, meth, heroin, crack cocaine, and various pills.

As a result, Rutz now faces possession and trafficking charges.

This time, Rutz is being held without bond.

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