Madison, N.C. (BTW21) March 20, 2025 – In the early hours of March 20, 2025, following an extensive investigation, the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division executed a search warrant at 603 Williams Rd., Madison, N.C.
The search resulted in the seizure of a significant quantity of illegal drugs, including Fentanyl, Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Marijuana, pills, drug paraphernalia, and an undisclosed amount of U.S. currency.
As a result of the search, 50-year-old Shea Eugene Penney, a resident of the address, was arrested and charged with several serious offenses. The charges include:
Felony Possession With Intent to Sell or Distribute Cocaine (PWISD)
Felony Possession With Intent to Manufacture, Sell, or Distribute Methamphetamine (PWIMSD)
Trafficking in Opium or Heroin (Fentanyl)
Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana (Up to ½ oz.)
Misdemeanor Simple Possession of a Schedule IV Controlled Substance
Misdemeanor Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Misdemeanor Resisting a Public Officer
Penney was transported to the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office Detention Facility, where he is being held under a $250,000 secured bond.
He is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.
The Rockingham County Sheriff's Office remains vigilant in its efforts to combat drug-related offenses and continue its work to keep the community safe from dangerous substances.
Authorities encourage anyone with further information related to this case or ongoing drug activity to come forward.