5 people charged following search warrant in Myrtle Beach community

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (CNN) — A search warrant executed in the Ramsey Acres community on Wednesday by the Myrtle Beach Police Department has resulted in multiple charges being filed against individuals in connection with drug-related offenses, according to Cpl. Starling.

The search warrant, conducted at a residence on Poplar Drive at 8:21 a.m., led to the following charges being brought against the suspects:

– James Albert Cook, 41, of Myrtle Beach, is facing charges of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl – third offense.
– Christian Grant Fox, 23, of Myrtle Beach, is being charged with possession of fentanyl – second offense, possession of schedule IV narcotic – second offense, and possession of schedule IV narcotic – second offense.
– Jose Leonardo Rodriguez, 29, of Myrtle Beach, is charged with possession with intent to distribute fentanyl – first offense.
– Desmond Garnell Burks, 37, of Myrtle Beach, is facing a charge of resisting a law enforcement officer serving process.
– Bernard Burgess, 27, of Charleston, SC, is also being charged with resisting a law enforcement officer serving process.

All of the individuals charged are scheduled to attend a bond hearing on Thursday.

Residents in the Ramsey Acres community have expressed relief at the actions taken by law enforcement, citing ongoing concerns about suspicious activity in the area for years. Neighbor Jim Henry described disturbances such as fights, yelling, and fires being set on the property, affecting the quality of life in the community.

In response to these concerns, the city previously issued a notice to the property owner to address the issues within seven days. While officials have reassured residents that there is no immediate threat to the community, increased law enforcement presence can be expected in the area to address these persistent issues.

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