Man Arrested After Search Warrant Leads To Discovery Of Drugs

During the search, officers found “trafficking amounts of substances that tested positive for fentanyl and cocaine base.”

A man was arrested in connection to the discovery of drugs in Georgetown County.

Police conducted a search warrant along Petigru Road in Pawleys Island Sunday.

During the search, officers found “trafficking amounts of substances that tested positive for fentanyl and cocaine base.”

A gun was also discovered along with marijuana, digital scales, packing materials and cash.

41-year-old Shawn Simmons of Pawleys was arrested and faces pending charges including trafficking and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.

Simmons is being held at the Georgetown County Detention Center but no official charges have been listed.