Teddy Gentry arrested: 70-year-old Alabama bassist facing two misdemeanors for marijuana possession

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Rocker Teddy Gentry was arrested in Cherokee County, Alabama on Monday morning.The 70-year-old, who is the bassist for the band Alabama, was charged with second degree unlawful possession of marijuana and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, according to law enforcement.The two drug charges are both misdemeanors.

Booked: Alabama bassist Teddy Gentry was arrested in Cherokee County, Alabama on Monday morningGentry was arrested and booked at 10:38am and released just a half hour later at 11:06am.The county sheriff said 'the arrest was made during a traffic stop,' AL.com reported.

His mugshot shows the sullen faced musician looking into the camera with a scruffy grey beard and dark brown hair. He was dressed in an orange prison uniform.A rep for the bassist told the Associated Press that they were aware of the arrest but offered no further comment.

Bad news: The 70-year-old was charged with second degree unlawful possession of marijuana and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, according to law enforcementTeddy, who is a resident of Fort Payne, is one of the founders of the band Alabama which was created in his hometown.The famous group is a family affair, consisting of lead vocalist Randy Owen, Gentry on bass and vocals and Jeff Cook who plays guitar, fiddle, and keyboards.