On December 11, 2023, Greenville Police Officers apprehended a Commerce resident on charges related to drug dealing. The suspect, identified as 49-year-old Rodric Benard Johnson, faces a list of charges, including:
- Possession of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 1, equal to or exceeding 1 gram but less than 4 grams.
- Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 1, equal to or exceeding 1 gram but less than 4 grams.
- Possession of Marijuana, more than 2 ounces but not exceeding 4 ounces.
- Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon.
- Possession of a Prohibited Weapon.
- Failure to Identify.
- Parole Violation.
- Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 1, equal to or exceeding 4 grams but less than 200 grams.
- Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 1, equal to or exceeding 4 grams but less than 200 grams.
Rodric Benard Johnson's bond has been denied, and he is currently held in custody at the Hunt County Jail.
