WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — A year-long investigation by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) and multiple law enforcement agencies has resulted in the arrest of Antonio Javon Parker on numerous drug trafficking and firearms charges.
According to the SBI, the investigation involved a coordinated effort between the SBI, Goldsboro-Wayne County Drug Task Force, Wilson County Sheriff’s Office, Greenville Police Department, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).
The investigation concluded in September 2026, leading SBI agents to obtain multiple arrest warrants for Parker based on evidence gathered throughout the operation.
Multiple Drug Trafficking and Firearms Charges
Parker was served with outstanding warrants charging him with:
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Two counts of Level 3 Trafficking Methamphetamine
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One count of Level 2 Trafficking Methamphetamine
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Two counts of Level 3 Trafficking Fentanyl
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One count of Level 1 Trafficking Cocaine
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Possession of a Firearm by a Felon
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Possession of a Stolen Firearm
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Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver a Schedule I Controlled Substance
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Three counts of Maintaining a Dwelling
Authorities reported that Parker was also found in possession of a trafficking amount of narcotics during a traffic stop conducted by the North Carolina State Highway Patrol.
As a result of that stop, troopers filed additional charges, including trafficking MDMA, possession with intent to sell or deliver cocaine, possession with intent to sell or deliver fentanyl, possession with intent to sell or deliver a Schedule VI controlled substance, and having an open container of alcohol.
Significant Drug and Firearms Seizures
Throughout the year-long investigation, law enforcement agencies seized substantial quantities of illegal drugs, firearms, and cash.
According to the SBI, the seizures included:
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1,375 grams of methamphetamine
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288 grams of fentanyl
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1,360 grams of psilocybin mushrooms
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42 grams of cocaine
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More than $16,000 in cash
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Six firearms, including one reported stolen
The investigation involved cooperation among local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies working to address suspected drug trafficking activity in the region.
Suspect Held Without Bond
Parker is currently being held at the Wayne County Detention Center without bond, according to the SBI.
The arrest marks the conclusion of a year-long investigation involving multiple agencies and the seizure of significant quantities of controlled substances.
All charges are allegations, and Parker is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
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