Berkeley County Deputies Bust Chop Shops Recover $130K Stolen Goods

Berkeley County authorities have dismantled two illegal chop shops and recovered approximately $130,000 in stolen vehicles and equipment following a month-long investigation that began in May after multiple theft reports in Ridgeville and Lebanon. The investigation led to the execution of search warrants in Ridgeville, Moncks Corner, and Cross, resulting in the recovery of stolen items including a dump truck, motorcycles, a U-Haul trailer, a skid steer, and a side-by-side utility vehicle. Nine individuals have been arrested or have warrants issued, charged with offenses ranging from possession of stolen vehicles and receiving stolen goods to drug trafficking and weapons charges. Key arrests include Hunter Driggers-Moore and Bradley Billham for possession of stolen vehicles, James and Daniel Threatt for receiving stolen goods, and Timmy Lee Condrey, who faces multiple charges including operating a chop shop and drug trafficking. The investigation revealed active chop shops where stolen vehicles were dismantled and parts resold, with additional narcotics seized during the operation. Authorities continue to pursue further leads related to these criminal activities.