Drug investigation produces arrest near Townville

An Oconee narcotics unit drug investigation led to an arrest today in the Townville area of Oconee County. The Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of James Gus Orr Jr. after a search warrant was executed at Orr’s home on Douglas Drive. According to the Sheriff’s Office, the following charges were placed against Orr: distribution of methamphetamine, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, and possession of a schedule IV controlled substance.