The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has arrested two men, who are now facing multiple drug-related charges, after a substantial quantity of narcotics was found during a search warrant in Tampa.
On November 10, 2026, at 3 p.m., deputies served a court-authorized search warrant at a home located on the 8000 block of Hearthstone Court.
The investigation centered on Juan Colon Jr., 44, an eight-time convicted felon, suspected of distributing narcotics in the northwestern part of Hillsborough County.
During the search, deputies discovered and seized a large quantity of narcotics, including Xanax pills, cocaine, crack cocaine, amphetamine, oxycodone, buprenorphine, and marijuana products. Deputies also recovered a large amount of U.S. currency, brass knuckles, and a hatchet.
As deputies approached the residence to execute the warrant, they observed Colon entering a vehicle driven by Charles Lawrence Jr., 44.
During a subsequent search of the vehicle, deputies discovered individually packaged quantities of cocaine, crack cocaine, Xanax, oxycodone, amphetamine, and buprenorphine. Over $2,000 in cash was also recovered.
Both men were arrested and face multiple charges.
Colon is charged with:
- Felon in Possession of a Firearm (x2)
- Possession of Controlled Substance in Excess of 10 Grams
- Armed Possession of Controlled Substance
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Keeping Public Nuisance Structure for Drug Activity
Lawrence is charged with:
- Possession of Controlled Substance (x3)
- Possession of Controlled Substance With Intent to Sell or Deliver (Schedule IV)
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Possession of Cocaine With Intent to Sell or Deliver
- Possession of Controlled Substance in Excess of 10 Grams
"Illegal narcotics threaten the safety of our neighborhoods and the people who call them home,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “We will not tolerate those who profit from illegal drug distribution.”
The investigation remains ongoing, and the Public Affairs Office will provide any updates.
