SOUTH CAROLINA — A Ridgeland man is facing drug trafficking charges after authorities executed a search warrant at his home this week, according to the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office.
Jevante Barnes was first taken into custody during a traffic stop on Tuesday. During the stop, detectives seized approximately 30 grams of cocaine, $1,928 in cash and a 2011 Ford F-150, officials said.
On Wednesday, the Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Enforcement Team served a search warrant at Barnes’ residence in the Kelmont Drive area. During the search, detectives found and seized a PSA AK-47 rifle, a Smith & Wesson handgun, ammunition and drug paraphernalia.
Barnes has been charged with trafficking cocaine and is being held at the Jasper County Detention Center. The investigation is ongoing.
