
ATHENS – A 67-year-old Athens man is facing drug trafficking charges following a search of his residence on Westchester Drive.
Will Crawford Dean was arrested after the Northeast Georgia Regional Drug Task Force executed a search warrant on April 9. Agents say they discovered over 8 ounces of powder and crack cocaine, oxycodone pills, and packages of marijuana prepared for distribution during the search. Additionally, they seized $4,200 in cash and Dean’s vehicle.
Authorities charged Dean with trafficking in cocaine, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, and possession of Schedule II narcotics with intent to distribute.
The Northeast Georgia Regional Drug Task Force encourages anyone with information about illegal drug distribution to contact their Drug Tip Line at 706-713-3297.