North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) has concluded an investigation into drug activity at convenience store parking lots in Raleigh. Over several weeks, ALE special agents worked with state and local law enforcement agencies to address the sale of controlled substances, including fentanyl and cocaine, in these areas.
Undercover agents identified multiple individuals involved in selling drugs in the parking lots of businesses with ABC licenses. The investigation led to search warrants being executed at two Raleigh residences: 606 East Martin Street and 11031 Raven Ridge Road, Apt. 108. During the searches, agents seized about 12.5 ounces of fentanyl, 2.1 ounces of powder and crack cocaine, 5.7 ounces of methamphetamine, one pound of marijuana, $6,640 in cash, and two firearms.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration states that the amount of fentanyl recovered is enough for roughly 170,000 lethal doses.
Following the operation, arrest warrants were issued for eight people facing more than 100 felony charges combined. Those charged are:
Prince Anthonee-India Taylor, 37, of Raleigh—charged with forty-three felonies and three misdemeanors.
Felicia Lynn Coovert, 23, of Louisburg—charged with twelve felonies.
Ginger Michelle Kendrick, 23, of Mebane—charged with eight felonies and one misdemeanor.
Kaitlyn Johnette Street, 24, of Fuquay Varina—charged with eleven felonies and two misdemeanors.
Tatyana Olivia Groves, 21, of Raleigh—charged with nine felonies and one misdemeanor.
Miah Shaleigh Lewis, 25, of Raleigh—charged with eleven felonies and one misdemeanor.
Mykelti Fredrick Wynn, 32, of Raleigh—charged with six felonies and two misdemeanors.
Christopher Rodricuz Brewington, 35, of Raleigh—charged with one felony and one misdemeanor.
The Raleigh Police Department and North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation assisted during the operation.
“This investigation began in response to concerns about street-level drug dealers using convenience store parking lots as hubs for illegal activity,” said ALE Director Bryan House. “Through coordinated efforts, we were able to identify and arrest key individuals responsible for distributing dangerous drugs in this community. These efforts are aimed at increasing safety in and around businesses that serve the public.”
For a full list of criminal charges related to this case contact the Wake County Clerk of Court.
ALE special agents are peace officers with statewide jurisdiction who focus on addressing criminal activity at both legal alcohol establishments licensed by the state’s Alcoholic Beverage Control system as well as illegal alcohol operations. The agency is responsible for enforcing laws related to alcoholic beverages as well as gambling, lottery operations and tobacco regulations across North Carolina.
