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Drug investigation in Beaufort leads to 2 arrests, seizure of narcotics and firearms

Following a months-long investigation into suspected drug activity in the Poppy Hill Road area of Beaufort, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office executed two search warrants today, July 8, 2025, at homes on Sandstone Circle and Poppy Hill Road.

As a result of the operation, deputies arrested two individuals on the following charges:

  • Marvin Letony Huggins, 38, of Beaufort
    • Trafficking cocaine
    • Sale and distribution of cocaine (x3)
    • Manufacturing crack cocaine
    • Possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine
  • Robert L’Antonio Drayton, 45, of Beaufort
    • Trafficking cocaine
    • Sale and distribution of cocaine
    • Possession with intent to distribute cocaine
    • Manufacturing crack cocaine
    • Sale and distribution of crack cocaine (x3)
    • Possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine
    • Possession with intent to distribute marijuana
    • Possession of a weapon by a felon

During the searches, deputies seized cocaine, crack cocaine, marijuana, firearms and cash.

The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office encourages the community to report suspicious and criminal activity by calling our non-emergency dispatch line at 843-524-2777. If wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers of Beaufort County via the P3 Tips app on your mobile device, online at tipsbft.com or by calling 844-TIPS-BFT (844-847-7238).