Moncks Corner traffic stop leads to meth bust, arrest

Berkeley County Sheriff's Office deputy finds 26 grams of meth in truck bed

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A routine traffic stop for a bad tag light in Moncks Corner, South Carolina led to the arrest of a 62-year-old Bonneau man on methamphetamine trafficking and weapons charges. A Berkeley County Sheriff's deputy pulled over the driver, Gregory Bush, who was found to have a firearm in the vehicle and approximately 26 grams of meth in the truck bed after a K9 search.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the importance of proactive policing and thorough investigations, as a minor traffic violation led to the seizure of a significant quantity of a highly addictive and dangerous drug. The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office has made combating illegal drug activity a priority to improve public safety in the community.

The details

A Berkeley County Sheriff's deputy pulled over Gregory Bush, 62, of Bonneau, for having an improperly lit tag light on his black Ford Raptor truck. During the stop, Bush informed the deputy that he had a firearm in the vehicle. A K9 unit was called to the scene, and a search revealed approximately 26.3 grams of methamphetamine in the bed of the truck. Bush was arrested and charged with trafficking methamphetamine and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.

  • The traffic stop occurred on Saturday in Moncks Corner, South Carolina.

The players

Gregory Bush

A 62-year-old man from Bonneau, South Carolina who was arrested for methamphetamine trafficking and weapons charges following a traffic stop.

Berkeley County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and drug bust in Moncks Corner.

Duane Lewis

The Berkeley County Sheriff who stated that this arrest highlights the importance of proactive policing to remove dangerous drugs from the community.

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What they’re saying

“This arrest highlights the importance of proactive patrol and thorough investigations. Our deputies continue to work diligently to remove dangerous drugs from our communities and keep Berkeley County safe.”

— Duane Lewis, Berkeley County Sheriff (counton2.com)

What’s next

The judge will determine whether to grant bail for Gregory Bush at his upcoming court hearing.

The takeaway

This case demonstrates the value of vigilant law enforcement efforts to interdict the flow of methamphetamine and other illicit drugs, which pose a serious threat to public health and safety in communities like Moncks Corner.