Drug Dealing Teen Arrested with Illegal Gun in Laurel

Jeff Jones

LAUREL, DE – Tuesday, the Delaware State Police apprehended 19-year-old Timothy Cannon, a resident of Laurel, Delaware, on charges of drug dealing and unlawful firearm possession.

The arrest occurred after the execution of a search warrant at Cannon’s residence on the 100 block of Horsey Avenue, Laurel.

The investigation, which started in July, led detectives to suspect Cannon of selling firearms and drugs in Kent and Sussex Counties. During the search, a 9mm handgun, ammunition, magazines, approximately 15.77 grams of cocaine, and a digital scale were discovered in Cannon’s bedroom.


Seven children were present during the search, with ages ranging from 1 to 15. The children were unharmed and have since been released to their respective guardians.

Cannon now faces multiple charges, including firearm possession during a felony, possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, and seven counts of child endangerment. He was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $37,500 secured bond.

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