Charleston Police Seize Drugs and Firearm in Congress Street and Simons Street Raids

This week, Charleston Police Department detectives executed two search warrants at homes on Congress Street and Simons Street. The searches were part of a multi-week investigation into illegal drug activity. Officers found illegal drugs and a firearm during the operation, which was led by the Special Investigations Unit.

Police arrested Jermaine Sammy Milligan, 42, and Deangelo Montez Simmons, 38, both from Charleston. They face charges including trafficking cocaine and fentanyl, and firearm offenses. Both are being held at the Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center while they await a bond hearing. Police Chief Chito Walker said community cooperation is important for public safety…

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