Two Athens residents arrested in drug bust

A drug trafficking investigation in Athens led to the arrest of two local residents, OPP report.

A Sept. 19 media release explains that the OPP East Region Community Street Crime Unit began an investigation early this year, resulting in the execution of a search warrant on Wednesday, Sept. 18, at a residence on Main Street in Athens. Three vehicles were also searched. This operation included officers from the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit, Emergency Response Team, Canine Unit and Biker Enforcement Unit.

Investigators seized over 14-grams of suspected methamphetamine, as well as approximately eight grams of suspected fentanyl, a quantity of suspected cocaine and some unidentified pills. Over $1,000 in cash was also seized.

Sean White, 44, and Kylie Carson, 39, both residents of Athens, have been charged with two counts of possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking.

Charges have not been proven in court.

Carson has also been charged with possession of a Schedule I substance. This accused was released from custody and is schedule to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on Oct. 18.

White remains in custody and was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on Sept. 18.