WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) – Three people are facing drug charges and more than 100 grams of fentanyl is off the street following an investigation by the Walton County Sheriff’s Office.

Law enforcement officials said the two-month investigation led to a search warrant at 44 Angel Lane in Santa Rosa Beach. Investigators found fentanyl along with methamphetamine, nearly $3,000 and nine firearms.

Investigators said a serial number on one of the guns revealed it was stolen from Okaloosa County.

Following the search warrant, the following persons were detained:

• Christian Michael Weafer, was charged with trafficking in fentanyl over 28 grams, possession of methamphetamine, grand theft of a firearm and possession of drug paraphernalia.
• Daisy May Sherman was charged with trafficking in fentanyl over 28 grams, possession of methamphetamine, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of ammunition by a convicted felon and possession of drug paraphernalia.
• Joshua Michael Melcher was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia.

Officials said Sherman is a convicted felon Operation Mr. Cleanan 18-month investigation focusing on the bust of a massive drug trafficking enterprise in Walton County, which ended in November 2020. Sherman was arraigned on charges of possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell and use a two-way communication. device to facilitate a crime.

“Every narcotics case is a reminder that patience and perseverance are often as important as the tools we use,” said Sheriff Michael Adkinson. “The seizure of fentanyl in this investigation was the result of months of meticulous work – watching, listening and waiting for the right moment. The dangerous threat these drugs pose is real, and while this is a victory, we are determined to continue the fight against drugs in our community.”

If convicted, Weafer and Sherman face a mandatory minimum sentence of 25 years for trafficking more than 28 grams of fentanyl, law enforcement officials said.

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