Drug and weapon charges from a Utica address

A 57-year old Oconeean faces drug and weapon charges — the result of a search warrant served Wednesday at 120 Goddard Avenue, Utica by the county sheriff’s office.  The warrant was served by members of the narcotics division and members of the “PACE” team–Pro Active Criminal Enforcement.  The man arrested, Steven Ashley Neal, is charged with trafficking in methamphetamine, possession with intent to distribute marijuana, and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime.  According to the sheriff’s office, agents seized cash, seven guns, marijuana, along with 130 grams of meth.