Two Arrested, Over 700 Pressed Fentanyl Pills Seized

On May 1, 2024 the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Narcotic Unit conducted an investigation which led to a traffic stop near Metric Road in Laurens. During this traffic stop, Deputies seized a large quantity of pressed fentanyl pills (approximately 750 pills) and approximately $1000.00 in cash. Two people were arrested and charged with trafficking in Fentanyl, 28 grams or more.

Raekwon Euphratez Rice of Honea Path

Erracrice Montrel Stroud of Laurens

Both individuals are being held in the Laurens County Detention Center with no bond.

“Fentanyl continues to be an issue in this county and nationwide. These individuals contribute to the crisis and are where they belong- in jail. I appreciate the work that went into this investigation. Anyone who believes they can make a living trafficking this deadly drug in Laurens County better think again. We are watching and sooner or later, we will catch up to you.” – Sheriff Don Reynolds