A local man is facing drug and weapons charges after a search at his home turned up narcotics, guns, and cash, police said.
On July 22, the Northeast Georgia Regional Drug Task Force searched a residence in the 700 block of Mitchell Bridge Road. Athens-Clarke County Police and Georgia State Patrol troopers assisted drug agents.
Officers arrested 47-year-old Corby Antwan Faust of Athens. According to police, the search followed a previous traffic stop in which Faust was found with a pistol and a kilogram of cocaine.
During the follow-up search, police said they found Schedule II pills, three more pistols, and an AR-style pistol. They also found a ballistic vest, extended magazines, and various types of ammunition. About $6,000 in cash was also seized.
Faust is charged with trafficking cocaine, possession with intent to distribute, and possession of a firearm during a crime.
Anyone with tips about illegal drug activity can call 706-613-3297.
