Athens Man Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges Following Search Warrant

A 67-year-old Athens man, Will Crawford Dean, was arrested on April 9th, 2025, after the Northeast Georgia Regional Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at his residence in the 300 block of Westchester Drive.

The search of Dean’s home resulted in the discovery of a significant quantity of narcotics and U.S. currency. Officers located over 8 ounces of both powder and crack cocaine, along with oxycodone pills and packages of marijuana intended for distribution. Authorities also seized $4200 in U.S. currency and Dean’s vehicle during the search.

As a result of the findings, Will Crawford Dean has been charged with Trafficking in Cocaine, Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, and Possession of Schedule II with Intent to Distribute.

The Northeast Georgia Regional Drug Task Force encourages anyone with information or tips concerning illegal drug distribution to contact their Drug Tip Line at 706-713-3297.