Odenton Man Charged in Ocean City Drug Sting

An Odenton man was among those charged in a monthlong drug sting in Ocean City, authorities reported this week.

Torrey Cornell Garnett, 40, was arrested for felony distribution, according to WMDT, an Eastern Shore news station.

Garnett, of the 600 block of Chapelgate Drive in Odenton, was allegedly taken into custody as part of an undercover narcotics investigation that involved “buy-bust” drug transactions, according to the Ocean City Police Department.

Police said detectives pretended to buy drugs and then arrested the alleged sellers, yielding marijuana; cocaine; fake controlled dangerous substances; four weapons; and nearly $3,000. Maryland State Police, the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office and the Ocean City Police Department worked together on the initiative.

The charges against Garnett were brought in connection with a June 19 incident, according to WMDT.

In the meantime, police told citizens they would be out in force patrolling for drugs.

“Citizens are reminded that undercover officers continue to conduct drug enforcement operations throughout the year to ensure the safety of our residents and visitors,” according to a statement from the Ocean City Police Department. “Drug activity often leads to more serious criminal incidents and the OCPD Narcotics Unit is dedicated to keeping the citizens of Ocean City safe.”