Search Warrant Leads to Drug Charges in Tabor City
In Tabor City, NC, a search warrant executed by the Columbus County Sheriff's Office at a home on Carolina Road resulted in drug charges against Phillip Tyrone Jenrette, 38, following the discovery of cocaine and marijuana.

Wilmington, NC, October 6, 2026 — A search warrant executed by the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office in Tabor City, North Carolina, has led to drug charges against a local resident. The warrant was served at a home located on Carolina Road.
Following the execution of the search warrant, authorities reported the discovery of controlled substances. Specifically, cocaine and marijuana were found at the residence. The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office conducted the operation.
As a result of the findings, Phillip Tyrone Jenrette, age 38, has been charged with drug-related offenses. The specific details regarding the quantity of the drugs seized or the exact nature of the charges were not immediately available.
The investigation leading to the warrant and subsequent charges is ongoing. Further information is expected to be released by the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office as the case progresses.
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