Three Face Charges After Search Of Johnston County Home Uncovers Drugs, Guns

GARNER – Evidence of suspected fentanyl manufacturing was discovered inside a Johnston County home Thursday, where sheriff’s deputies also seized several types of drugs and three firearms.

Three people were arrested following the October 29 search of a residence on Susan Drive, off NC Highway 50 North, Garner.

According to the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were initially called to assist probation officers at the home. During the investigation, authorities obtained a search warrant for the residence.

The search uncovered approximately 5.6 grams of suspected powder fentanyl, 4.8 grams of oxycodone, 2.8 grams of cocaine, an undisclosed quantity of methamphetamine, and prescription medication.

Deputies also reported finding evidence of suspected fentanyl manufacturing inside the residence. Two handguns and a rifle were seized.

Authorities have not released additional details about the suspected manufacturing activity.

Three individuals were taken into custody.

William Thomas Buchanan, 32, and Roxanne Desire Rosenstrauch, 32, both of Susan Drive, Garner, were arrested along with Justin Cruz-Rios, 34, of Sommerset Drive, Clayton.

Buchanan and Cruz-Rios were charged with narcotics trafficking and possession of a firearm by a felon.

Rosenstrauch was charged with felony possession of cocaine, maintaining a vehicle or dwelling for a controlled substance, and obstruction of justice.