A months-long investigation into gang activity reached a major turning point Tuesday night, as law enforcement agencies carried out coordinated raids across Richmond County and Grovetown, leading to multiple arrests and large drug seizures.
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office says it worked alongside the Grovetown Police Department to execute search warrants at three locations: Henry Circle and Feldspar Court in Augusta, and Candleberry Drive in Grovetown.
During the searches, investigators seized 30 pounds of marijuana, methamphetamine, gang-related evidence, and $211,116 in cash. Authorities also arrested three men they say are connected to the street gang known as Youngins with Money (Y.W.M.), including the group’s alleged leader…