Suspect wanted on multiple 'violent criminal charges' arrested in South Carolina
Mar 30, 2025
CHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — An investigation initiated by Chester County deputies led to the arrest of a suspect wanted for 'serious and violent' charges, officials say.
Saturday morning, deputies were able to arrest Laurkeia Montgomery on outstanding arrest warrants from three se
parate law enforcement agencies.
Montgomery was wanted for the following:
Weapons violations by the United States Marshals Service
Criminal sexual conduct - 3rd degree by the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office
Assault and battery - 2nd degree by the Lancaster Police Department
Deputies say Montgomery attempted to evade arrest by giving officers fake identification. He was allegedly also found in possession of illegal substances believed to be cocaine, ecstasy and THC wax.
In addition to his existing warrants, Chester County deputies charged Montgomery with providing false information to a law enforcement officer, with additional charges related to the suspected illegal narcotics. Those charges are still pending. ...read more read less