Three arrested in Bronson, FL as result of continuing drug investigation; more arrests may follow

Levy County Sheriff's Office Drug Task Force

Bronson Florida - Three people - Anthony Quinn Knight, 55, Justin Allen Ausburn, 28, and Christopher Michael Long, 35, all of Bronson, Florida - were arrested by the Levy County Sheriff's Office, early Wednesday morning, Sept. 15, when detectives with the agency's Drug Task Force (DTF) executed a search warrant at Mr. Knight's Bronson residence. A press relesse by the agency stated that Mr. Knight's home is known as a location where local people can buy and use illegal substances.

In 2019, Mr. Knight became the subject of an investigation by the DTF. Detectives learned Knight was selling methamphetamines and other illegal street level drugs from his Bronson home. Detectives began gathering evidence and recovered various types of drugs which led to Knight’s first arrest in 2020. This investigation is ongoing and additional charges are expected to be filed on Mr. Knight and others identified during this investigation.

Anthony Knight was charged with possession of methamphetamine, driving with a suspended or revoked license and possession of drug equipment ($20,000 bond).

Justin Ausburn was charged with possession of methamphetamin and driving while license suspended or revoked ($15,000 bond).

Christopher Long was charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of fentanyl, and possession of drug equipment ($25,000 bond).

Levy County Sheriff Bobby McCallum has assigned detectives to the specialized Drug Task Force Unit to locate and arrest individuals who sell illegal narcotics in Levy County. Detectives could potentially seize a home that is known to be operated and maintained using proceeds of illegal drug sales.

"Seizing the drug dealers’ assets will hinder or halt their illegal actions," said Levy County Sheriff Bobby McCallum. “I encourage all law abiding Levy County citizens to call us when you see suspicious activities in your neighborhoods. By reporting your observations to us, we could potentially shut down these drug dealers and rid your neighborhood of these criminals and the associated crimes. When people decide to make their living by committing crimes, I assure you, we will respond and stop them.”

The non-emergency phone line for the Ley County Sheriff's Office is (352) 486-5111.