Georgia Man Charged in Multi-County Drug Trafficking Operation

HALL COUNTY, Ga., April 27, 2026 — A Snellville man faces multiple drug trafficking charges after a coordinated law enforcement operation across Hall and Gwinnett counties led to his arrest and the seizure of drugs and firearms, according to authorities.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation said Michael Anthony Berry, 57, was arrested April 22 following a joint operation with the Flowery Branch Police Department and the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office. Berry is charged with trafficking cocaine, trafficking crack cocaine, trafficking methamphetamine, and possession of MDMA with intent to distribute.

Officials said the operation targeted a major trafficking network and included the execution of arrest and search warrants in both counties. During the operation, investigators seized approximately 3.5 pounds of suspected methamphetamine, 1.4 pounds of suspected cocaine, 22 grams of suspected MDMA, and 1 pound of suspected marijuana. Authorities also recovered 11 firearms, including one reported stolen.

Berry was taken into custody April 22 and remains held at the Hall County Jail.

The GBI’s Appalachian Regional Drug Enforcement Office is encouraging anyone with information related to drug activity to come forward. Tips can be submitted by calling 706-348-7410 or anonymously at 1-800-597-TIPS. Information can also be shared online or through the See Something, Send Something mobile app.

The ARDEO is a multi-agency unit serving 30 counties in North Georgia and includes multiple sheriff’s offices, police departments, and state agencies working together on drug enforcement efforts.