Four Arrested in Columbus County Drug Investigation; Cocaine, Marijuana Seized
Four people were arrested in Columbus County, NC, following a months-long drug investigation in the Green Acres community near Tabor City, where cocaine and marijuana were seized.

Wilmington, NC, September 29, 2026 — Authorities in Columbus County, North Carolina, have arrested four individuals in connection with a drug investigation that spanned several months. The operation focused on the Green Acres community, located near Tabor City.
During the course of the investigation, law enforcement officials seized quantities of both cocaine and marijuana. The exact amounts of the substances seized were not detailed in the provided information. The arrests are the culmination of an ongoing effort by law enforcement to address drug-related activity in the area.
Details regarding the identities of the four arrested individuals, their specific charges, and the precise timeline of the months-long investigation were not immediately available. The Green Acres community serves as the primary location associated with this investigation and the subsequent arrests.
The investigation involved law enforcement efforts aimed at disrupting drug distribution within the region. Further information on the case, including any potential court proceedings or additional findings, is expected to be released by the authorities as it becomes available. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The permit status was not provided. The inspection outcomes were not provided.
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