Crime & Safety
Deputies Bust Meth Lab In Pickens
Disturbance call leads to discovery of "clandestine" meth lab
A disturbance call led to the discover of what authorities are calling a “clandestine meth lab” and multiple charges for two people arrested at the scene.
Deputies responded to a disturbance call at 1722 Reece Mill Road in Pickens on Tuesday, June 5, according to a release from the Pickens County Sheriff's Office.
While at the scene, deputies saw what they believed to be a clandestine methamphetamine manufacturing operation. Deputies called narcotics agents, who came to the scene, the release said.
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The narcotics agents dismantled the lab, and obtained samples as evidence.
An Advanced Environmental Operations clean-up crew removed the hazardous materials from the residence.
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Marijunan and Diazepam, which is categorized as a controlled substance by the Drug Enforcement Agency, were found at the home, the release said.
Clarence Woodrow Chris Todd is charged with manufacture of methamphetamine, possession of a controlled substance and possession of marijuana. He is currently being held on a $11,500 surety bond.
Tine Faye Cox is charged with manufacture of methamphetamine 2nd offense. She is currently being held on a $20,000 surety bond.
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