Georgetown County, S.C. – A major narcotics operation in the Knox Swamp area of Georgetown County has resulted in six arrests, following complaints from local residents and tips to law enforcement, authorities said.
Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of Fentanyl and Firearms
On Monday, deputies from the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit conducted a traffic stop near Hanna Loop. The driver, Maniel Lathorn Dorsey, attempted to flee on foot but was quickly apprehended. Officials recovered a significant quantity of suspected fentanyl and a handgun from Dorsey.
Additional drugs were found on passengers Kimberly Shyann Moore and Kevin Tyrone Palmer, who were also in the vehicle. Palmer, authorities noted, had active family court warrants in the county.
Search Warrant Uncovers More Drugs and Weapons
Following the traffic stop, the Narcotics and Vice Unit, in coordination with deputies from the Patrol Division, executed a search warrant at a residence on the 100 block of Hanna Loop. The search uncovered trafficking amounts of fentanyl, distribution-level quantities of cocaine, marijuana, and hydrocodone pills, as well as multiple firearms, including a stolen weapon.
As a result, Roderick Weaver, Herbert Leon Moore, and Catherine Lynn Hughes were arrested on multiple charges, as per the reports.
Charges for Individuals Arrested
Deputies provided the following breakdown of charges:
- Maniel Lathorn Dorsey: Trafficking fentanyl (1st offense), possession of a weapon during a violent crime, possession with intent to distribute (PWID) cocaine, marijuana, and Schedule II controlled substances (all 1st offense), and possession of a stolen firearm.
- Kimberly Shyann Moore: Possession of cocaine (1st offense).
- Kevin Tyrone Palmer: PWID cocaine (1st offense) and contempt of family court.
- Roderick Weaver: Trafficking fentanyl (2nd offense), possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, PWID cocaine (2nd offense), marijuana (2nd offense), Schedule II controlled substances (2nd offense), and possession of a stolen firearm.
- Herbert Leon Moore: Possession of cocaine (3rd offense).
- Catherine Lynn Hughes: Wanted by Georgetown City Police Department for Financial Transaction Card Fraud.
Community Impact
Sheriff’s deputies credited citizen reports for helping to uncover the operation, highlighting the importance of community involvement in law enforcement efforts. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing, and additional charges could be forthcoming as evidence is processed.
Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity to help ensure the safety of the Georgetown County community.
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