Two Arrested After Fentanyl Pills Found in Fast Food Restaurant

Greenwood, South Carolina, October 4, 2025

News Summary

In Greenwood, South Carolina, authorities arrested Quintavius Crawford and Kayla Beggs after discovering fentanyl pills in a Sonic Drive-in. Crawford has been charged with trafficking and Beggs with distributing fentanyl. This incident raises concerns about drug distribution within the community and highlights the ongoing opioid crisis across the nation. The investigation involved multiple law enforcement agencies and has led to the immediate shutdown of the restaurant.

Greenwood, South Carolina – Two Arrested After Fentanyl Pills Discovered in Fast Food Restaurant

Authorities have made two arrests in connection with the confiscation of fentanyl pills in Greenwood, South Carolina. The arrests, which were the result of a months-long investigation, involved multiple searches culminating in significant drug seizures. The Eighth Circuit Solicitor’s Office has confirmed that Quintavius Crawford and Kayla Beggs were apprehended during this operation.

Crawford was found with approximately 250 grams of blue fentanyl pills and two firearms at a residence located on the 100 block of Lisa Drive. He has been charged with trafficking fentanyl. Meanwhile, Beggs, who managed a Sonic Drive-in in Greenwood, was arrested at her workplace. She has been charged with distributing fentanyl after authorities discovered blue fentanyl pills in a storage room of the restaurant, leading to its immediate shutdown.

Following the discovery of the drugs, state health inspectors were alerted to assess the situation at the restaurant. The investigation involved collaboration between the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Greenwood Police Department, and the Greenwood County Sheriff’s Office.

This incident highlights a growing concern regarding the distribution of fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, in the community and across the nation. Authorities have been prioritizing the crackdown on illegal drug trafficking, particularly in areas where such substances may pose a threat to public safety.

While fentanyl is often used for legitimate medical purposes, its illicit distribution has resulted in an alarming increase in overdose deaths across the United States. Law enforcement agencies are continuously working to stem the tide of this epidemic through rigorous enforcement policies and public awareness initiatives.

This recent incident in Greenwood serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by communities in combating drug-related crimes. The involvement of a fast-food restaurant in the distribution chain raises further questions about how widespread the issue may be and what additional steps can be implemented to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

Key Points

• Two individuals arrested: Quintavius Crawford and Kayla Beggs
• Crawford charged with trafficking approximately 250 grams of fentanyl
• Beggs charged with distributing fentanyl at Sonic Drive-in
• Fentanyl pills discovered led to the shutdown of the restaurant
• Investigation involved multiple law enforcement agencies

Background Context

Fentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid that contributes significantly to the current opioid crisis gripping the United States. Its ability to cause rapid overdose deaths has raised alarm among public health officials and law enforcement alike. State and national authorities are increasingly focusing their efforts on addressing the illegal trafficking of such drugs, educating communities, and implementing stronger regulations to safeguard public health.

As the numbers of incidents rise, community involvement and awareness become ever more critical. The collaboration of various agencies in Greenwood is an example of how law enforcement is actively seeking to protect local populations from the dangers posed by illicit drugs.

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Additional Resources

• WLTX: Two Arrested After Fentanyl Pills Discovered in Fast Food Restaurant
• Wikipedia: Fentanyl
• WYFF: Upstate Restaurant Shut Down After Fentanyl Found
• Google Search: fentanyl drug epidemic
• WBTV: Several Arrested After Fentanyl, Meth Seized
• Google Scholar: fentanyl trafficking
• Fox Carolina: Greenwood Sonic Shut Down After Fentanyl Discovered
• Encyclopedia Britannica: fentanyl
• Live 5 News: 2 Brothers Indicted in Largest Fentanyl Bust
• Google News: fentanyl arrests

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