Cincinnati man arrested on drug charges in Scioto County

Scioto County Sheriff David Thoroughman and Portsmouth Police Chief Debby Brewer announced that a Cincinnati man was arrested on drug charges after an investigation conducted by the Southern Ohio Drug Task Force.

At approximately 4:43 p.m. on Oct. 27, task force officers assisted by Portsmouth Police Dept. SWAT executed a narcotics-related search warrant on 12th Street in Portsmouth. 

Upon a search of the residence, officers allegedly seized approximately 390.81 grams of suspected fentanyl/opiates, 51.09 grams of suspected crack cocaine, one loaded firearm, digital scales, sandwich baggies, $1,673 cash, and additional evidence of drug trafficking. 

The eestimated street value of suspected drugs allegedly seized is $51,900. 

Eric Tywan Johnson, 28, of Cincinnati, was arrested and charged with trafficking and possession of drugs, both felonies of the first degree. 

Sheriff Thoroughman and Chief Brewer request anyone wishing to leave drug information for the Southern Ohio Drug Task Force should phone the Task Force tip line at (740) 354-5656 or email drugs@sciotocountysheriff.com. All information will be kept confidential and anonymous.