$2M worth of cocaine, crack and fentanyl seized in major drug bust in St. Mary's County: police

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ST MARY'S COUNTY, Md. - Officials in St. Mary's County seized over $2 million worth of cocaine, crack cocaine and fentanyl in a drug bust last week.

Detectives executed two search and seizure warrants last Thursday, one in Great Mills and the other in Hollywood.

Deputies recovered over $75,000 in currency, two firearms, significant quantities of controlled dangerous substances and paraphernalia.

Antwian Marquis Johnson, 38, and Shannon Marie Johnson, 37, were arrested and charged with multiple drug trafficking and firearm-related offenses.

"Thursday’s operation was the largest narcotics seizure in St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office's history, as well as one of the most significant seizures in the Southern Maryland region. I witnessed the profound sense of accomplishment by the deputies involved in the operation, which is only surpassed by my pride in them. It is a privilege to lead these guardians who tirelessly fight against those intent on poisoning our community," said Sheriff Steve Hall.

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