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Massive countywide drug bust, 2 arrested
Two men are in custody after DeKalb County police raided three locations in a series of drug busts. Officers arrested Alexis Terrell and Matthew Diggs during operations carried out Wednesday on Mountain Industrial Boulevard, Chartley Trail and Stoney Creek, authorities said.
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - A nine-hour operation across DeKalb County led to the seizure of drugs, weapons, and thousands of dollars in cash, police announced on Wednesday.
Two men were taken into custody in the sweeping drug bust that stretched across the county.
What we know:
SWAT officers, K9 teams, and aerial units executed search warrants at three locations, uncovering ecstasy, cocaine, fentanyl, meth, marijuana, two rifles, three handguns, and large sums of money.
Police arrested Alexis Terrell, 42, and Matthew Diggs, 32.
Alexis Terrell, 42, and Matthew Diggs, 32. Courtesy of DeKalb County Police Department
The raids unfolded over nine hours at homes on Mountain Industrial Boulevard, Chartley Trail, and Stoney Creek. At the Chartley Trail address, neighbors watched as SUVs blocked the street and flashing lights filled the block while officers swarmed a home.
What they're saying:
Investigators said the case reflects their ongoing work to dismantle drug and gang networks.
"This is shocking to me," said neighbor Danita Robinson, who lives nearby. "I’m terrified."
Courtesy of DeKalb County Police Department
Another woman, who asked not to be identified, said she was home when police descended on the block. "It was absolutely scary, extremely scary," she said. "Never would’ve thought something wrong was going on within these houses."
She added that the neighborhood is usually peaceful. "You just keep praying and hoping for the best for everybody," she said.
What we don't know:
Both men face felony charges, though investigators have not specified which ones.
What's next:
The investigation remains active.