FLORENCE-On 05/23/2023 Agents with the Lauderdale County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at a residence at 5214 Co Rd 85.
The search warrant was obtained due to the drug dealing activities of the occupants of the residence. A search of the residence revealed approximately 7 ounces of Methamphetamine (ICE) and 74 grams of Fentanyl pills (approximately 900 pills).
Agents located various pieces of paraphernalia including necessary items used for distributing drugs. Agents also located 4 long guns and 3 handguns.
Arrested and charged:
Casey McKall Franklin (27) 5214 CO Rd 85 Florence AL charged with Trafficking in Fentanyl, Trafficking in Methamphetamine (ICE) and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Jonathon Michael Robertson (36) 5214 Co Rd 85 Florence AL charged with Trafficking in Fentanyl, Trafficking in Methamphetamine (ICE) and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Agencies assisting the Lauderdale County Drug Task Force were the Florence Police Department, Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office, Lauderdale County District Attorney’s Office, and the Florence/ Lauderdale Special Operations Team.
More charges and more charges against other individuals are expected as the investigation continues.
Media Release/Chuck Hearn/Director, Lauderdale County Drug Task Force