Via CCSO:

Whiteville, NC October 24, 2024 – The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the conviction of Johnathan Terrille Jordan, 36, of Whiteville, NC, who was found guilty of multiple drug-related charges on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. The conviction comes after a significant investigation by the Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit, which led to Jordan’s arrest in June 2022.

On June 7, 2022, around 2:30 p.m., two Columbus County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Detectives observed a blue Lincoln Town Car with tinted windows crossing the centerline several times on FM Cartret Road, just off James B. White Highway. The detectives initiated a traffic stop due to the vehicle’s erratic driving and tinted windows. The driver, later identified as Johnathan Terrille Jordan, was found in possession of a substantial quantity of illegal narcotics.

Upon making contact with Mr. Jordan, detectives noticed a baggie containing a green leafy substance, later confirmed to be marijuana, in the vehicle’s cup holder. During the interaction, Mr. Jordan, who was using a wheelchair, attempted to conceal a Crown Royal bag which detectives later discovered contained heroin, cocaine, pills, and marijuana. Additional drug paraphernalia, including a digital scale and empty baggies, was found during the search of Mr. Jordan’s person and vehicle. Mr. Jordan was arrested at the scene and transported to the Columbus County Law Enforcement Center.

Mr. Jordan was charged at the time with:

Six counts of Trafficking Opium or Heroin
One count of Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell, or Deliver Schedule I Controlled Substance
One count of Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell, or Deliver Schedule VI Controlled Substance
One count of Maintaining a Vehicle or Place for Controlled Substances
One misdemeanor count of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
On September 25, 2024, after a thorough trial, a jury convicted Mr. Jordan of two felony counts of trafficking heroin, two felony counts of trafficking opioids, and one misdemeanor count of possession of drug paraphernalia. He was sentenced to 19-24 years (225-282 months) in prison and ordered to pay a $500,000 fine.

Sheriff Bill Rogers expressed his gratitude to the Narcotics Unit, stating, “This conviction is a testament to the dedication and tireless work of our Narcotics Detectives in taking dangerous drugs off our streets and making our community safer. We will continue to pursue those who engage in illegal narcotics activity in Columbus County.”

This case is a strong example of the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office’s unwavering commitment to tackling drug-related crime. The detectives involved in this case worked diligently, ensuring that thorough investigative procedures were carried out from the initial traffic stop through to the courtroom. The Sheriff’s Office will continue to allocate resources to combat drug trafficking, maintain safety in our neighborhoods, and bring those responsible for distributing illegal drugs to justice.

“Everyone is presumed to be innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. The information contained in this post is not intended to be an expression of opinion regarding guilt.”