Florence County, South Carolina – A narcotics search warrant led to a fentanyl trafficking arrest Thursday in Florence.
According to the Florence County Sheriff’s Office, investigators with the Narcotics Bureau, assisted by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), executed a search warrant on February 12 at a residence in the 3000 block of West Woodbine Avenue.
Authorities said the search allegedly uncovered a trafficking quantity of fentanyl and cocaine, along with a significant amount of marijuana.
Vashawn Delonte Sowells, 40, of West Woodbine Avenue, was arrested at the scene. Sowells has been charged with trafficking in fentanyl, trafficking in cocaine, and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, according to the sheriff’s office.
The charges were filed under South Carolina statutes 44-53-370(e)(9), 44-53-370(e)(2)(b), and 44-53-370(b)(2). Officials said Sowells is being held at the Florence County Detention Center while awaiting a bond hearing.
The operation was conducted in coordination with SLED, reflecting ongoing enforcement efforts targeting narcotics distribution in Florence County.
Drug trafficking cases can affect neighborhood safety and community health, particularly in residential areas.
Additional booking details are available through the Florence County Sheriff’s Office.
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