BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC — A countywide narcotics enforcement operation conducted by the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Vice and Narcotics Unit resulted in the arrest of nearly 30 individuals on a variety of drug-related charges, according to information released by the agency.
The roundup took place Thursday and targeted individuals accused of distributing illegal narcotics throughout Brunswick County. Sheriff’s officials said additional arrests are expected as the investigation continues.
The Sheriff’s Office said illegal drug activity affects more than those directly involved, impacting families, neighborhoods and the overall safety of local communities. Investigators emphasized their continued commitment to identifying and arresting individuals involved in the distribution of illegal drugs while also supporting efforts to assist those seeking recovery from addiction.
“We will continue to aggressively pursue those distributing illegal drugs in our county, but we will also continue offering a helping hand to those who are ready to break free from addiction,” the Sheriff’s Office said in a statement.
Those arrested during the operation include:
Kristen Aleksejevs, 63, of Supply
Nathaniel Balloon, 40, of Leland
Kenric Bellamy, 48, of Bolivia
Shannon Casimirosac, 38, of Supply
William Collins Jr., 29, of Ash
Victor Crisco Jr., 55, of Sunset Beach
Linda Davis, 62, of Boiling Spring Lakes
Jason Dodge, 22, of Supply
Terry Early, 60, of Navassa
Kameko Green, 49, of Supply
Billie Hewett, 44, of Bolivia
Gail Hooper, 46, of Leland
Samuel Ingold, 34, of Supply
Allison Jarrell, 45, of Winnabow
Jessica Kelley, 39, of Supply
David Klapproth, 48, of Bay Shore, New York
Heather Mackey, 37, of Supply
Jason McConnell, 35, of Bolivia
Daniel McQuay, 40, of Shallotte
Linda Milliken, 34, of Supply
Kaylie Murrell, 26, of Bolivia
David Oneal, 35, of Bolivia
Osvaldo Perez-Alegria, 31, of Tabor City
Michael Thad Stephens, 48, of Oak Island
William Steward Jr., 21, of Supply
Bobby Thornton, 62, of Shallotte
Justin Tyer, 29, of Supply
Jonathan Young, 24, of Bolivia
Charges announced by investigators include allegations involving the sale and delivery of controlled substances, possession with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver narcotics, conspiracy offenses and felony drug possession.
The Sheriff’s Office said the operation remains active and that additional arrests are anticipated in the coming days.
All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
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