Within the past six months, the Bulloch County Crime Suppression Team has received multiple complaints involving the distribution of marijuana and methamphetamine from an individual known as "Chill Will" who lived at the Stadium Walk Apartment Complex, in the city of Statesboro. After months of interviews, traffic stops and surveillance, "Chill Will" was identified as Willie James Byrd.
On Feb. 28, 2023, the Crime Suppression Team, along with K-9 units, executed a search warrant at Byrd's residence in Stadium Walk. Byrd was found inside the residence with nearly a pound of methamphetamine, two pounds of marijuana and an amount of cocaine. Byrd was placed under arrest and transported to jail where he remains without bond.
Willie James Byrd was charged with:
- Trafficking Methamphetamine
- Possession of Marijuana with intent to distribute
- Possession of Cocaine with intent to distribute
- Possession of Drug Related Objects
- Giving False Information
Sheriff Brown would like to encourage citizens to contact the Crime Suppression Team with any complaints of drug activity. All complaints will remain anonymous and be investigated thoroughly.