DI teens arrested for drug and alcohol possession

Two Daniel Island teens have been arrested for drug and alcohol possession. According to Lt. James Byrne, commanding officer for Daniel Island-based Team 5, the charges resulted from a routine traffic stop on the evening of Friday, March 17, in the area around Smythe Park and Daniel Island Drive.

After stopping the teens’ vehicle for an equipment violation related to the car’s lights, an officer reportedly discovered drugs and alcohol inside. One teen was charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia and the other was charged with possession of alcohol by a person under age 21.