Dawson, GA— On April 15, GBI agents executed a search warrant at 929 Center Street, Apt-B in Dawson.  The search warrant was obtained as part of an ongoing drug investigation.  During the search, a substantial amount of cocaine, marijuana, and U.S. currency were seized.  As a result, Charlie Lawson, Jr., 40, and Linda Harden, 46, who lived at the apartment, were arrested and charged with Trafficking in Cocaine and Possession of Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute, both felony charges. 

Lawson and Harden were transported to the Terrell County Jail where they are both being held.

Officers from the Georgia Department of Corrections, Parole Office, and officers with the Dawson Police Department assisted with the search warrant. 

Anyone who has information pertaining to illegal drug activity is encouraged to contact the Dawson Police Department at (229)995-4414 or the Georgia Bureau of Investigation at (229)777-2080.

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Contact Information:

ASAC Marko Jones 229/445-5905