ATHENS COUNTY, OH – A significant drug bust has resulted in the seizure of over 6 ounces of Fentanyl and 2 ounces of Crack Cocaine.
Following an extensive investigation into two primary drug suppliers from Columbus, Ohio, Jeremiah Fuller and Javahri Portis were indicted by a Grand Jury on twenty-eight felony counts on Monday.
The charges range from Engaging in a Pattern of Corrupt Activity to multiple drug possession and trafficking felonies of varying degrees, as well as weapons under disability.
The investigation culminated on Thursday, August 3rd, with a traffic stop involving a 2014 Chevy Camaro known for narcotics delivery from Columbus to Athens County. An additional 2 ounces of suspected Fentanyl, ready for delivery, was found in the vehicle. This car, along with a white Volkswagen Passat, was seized for being used in the crimes.
The Southeast Major Crimes Task Force led the investigation, collaborating with multiple county forces. The combined efforts resulted in the removal of 174 grams of suspected fentanyl and 53 grams of suspected crack cocaine from Athens County streets.