The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest of Celia Savage, a 34-year-old Habersham County woman, following a major drug bust that spiraled from a probe involving multiple law enforcement agencies. According to the GBI, Savage is facing a slew of drug charges, including possession with intent to distribute various controlled substances and illegal possession of firearms.

In an effort to violently crack down on the rampant street-level drug distribution, authorities conducted joint operations with the Appalachian Regional Drug Enforcement Office, the local sheriff's departments, and federal agencies. They executed search warrants at two locations in Cornelia on March 8, uncovering a stockpile of drugs and an arsenal of 42 guns. Savage's current residence is behind bars at the Habersham County Jail.

Officials are confirming that the two homes yielded approximately two pounds of marijuana, valued around $10,000, as well as smaller quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and psilocybin. Additionally, various prescription pills including Xanax, Lortab, and Oxycodone were among the confiscated items meant for distribution. As part of the crackdown, the GBI's specialized team also seized THC concentrates.

Law enforcement remains committed to extending their campaign against the drug trade in the region, as evidenced by the collaborative investigation conducted by a range of state and local agencies, comprising multiple sheriff's departments and the Georgia National Guard Counter Drug Task Force. Anyone who has information on drug activity in the area is encouraged to urgently bring it forward by calling GBI's ARDEO at (706) 348-7410 or by leveraging other available anonymous tip services.

Stressing community safety, the multi-agency drug enforcement is keen on rooting out narcotics from the Habersham area. It is part of a broader strategy to promote a safer environment for all its citizens. Following the arrest, the investigators are asking for public assistance in continuing their fight against the distribution of illegal substances. Concerned citizens can reach out with any relevant information or by downloading the "See Something, Send Something" mobile app to report suspicious activity.