LONGS, SC — A local man faces a slate of major felony charges following a high-profile Horry County Police Department narcotics investigation that uncovered illegal contraband, dozens of firearms, and nearly $400,000 in cash.
Wesley Predelus, 26, was taken into custody after law enforcement executed search warrants tied to ongoing drug distribution operations in the Longs area.
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According to authorities, the operation led to the seizure of:
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Over 30 pounds of illegal narcotics, Dozens of firearms and Nearly $400,000 in cash
Predelus faces numerous charges, including:
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Multiple counts of trafficking methamphetamine or cocaine base (ranging from 10 grams to 400 grams or more)
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Trafficking cocaine (100 to less than 200 grams)
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Trafficking fentanyl (4 to less than 14 grams)
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Trafficking marijuana (10 to less than 100 pounds)
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Possession of a weapon during a violent crime
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Distribution of controlled substances to a minor (person under 18 by a person 18 or older)
Predelus remains booked at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center pending court proceedings.
All individuals named in this report are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Charges and case statuses may change as investigations and court proceedings continue.
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