On October 21, 2025, a routine traffic stop for a missing tag in Chattooga County led to the arrest of 31-year-old Coty Allen Williamson, who had active felony warrants. The stop initiated when a deputy noticed a white Dodge pickup truck without a tag. After a brief pursuit, the truck was stopped at George’s Kwik Store in Summerville.

Upon approaching, the deputy identified the driver, Lindsay Wigley, who admitted to not having a tag. He then recognized Williamson, a known felon, as a passenger. When ordered to show his hands, Williamson reached towards his right side, prompting the deputy to prepare his taser for compliance. Williamson eventually complied, allowing the deputy to remove him from the vehicle and place him in handcuffs.

Additional deputies arrived to assist. Wigley consented to a search of the vehicle, which revealed a glass smoking device with a white crystal substance. Tests confirmed it contained both Methamphetamine and Fentanyl. The occupants were read their rights and agreed to speak with the officers. Williamson acknowledged ownership of the smoking device. A further search found a small bag with more crystal-like substances that also tested positive for Methamphetamine and Fentanyl, which Williamson claimed as his.

While handling evidence, the glass smoking device accidentally broke. Wigley received a citation for a busted taillight. Williamson was taken to Chattooga County Jail and faces charges including Felony Possession of Methamphetamine, Felony Possession of Schedule II Drugs (Fentanyl), and Misdemeanor Possession of Drug Related Objects.