LAKE WALES, FL – A 45-year-old Lake Wales man was arrested on fentanyl trafficking charges after detectives with the Lake Wales Police Department served a search warrant at a residence earlier this month.
The search warrant was executed on May 7, 2026, at a home in the 900 block of Columbia Avenue as part of an ongoing narcotics investigation conducted by the department’s Crime Suppression Unit.
During the search, detectives reportedly located more than 100 grams of fentanyl, drug paraphernalia, and materials commonly associated with the sale and distribution of illegal narcotics.
Sidney James Palmer, 45, of Lake Wales, was arrested and charged with trafficking in fentanyl over 4 grams, keeping or maintaining a structure for drug activity, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Police said Palmer’s prior arrest history includes charges for possession of cocaine with intent to sell, possession of drug paraphernalia, burglary of an unarmed structure, and petit theft.
Anyone with information regarding illegal drug activity is encouraged to contact Heartland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-226-TIPS (8477) or by dialing **TIPS from a cell phone. Tipsters can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward.
SOURCE: LAKE WALES POLICE DEPARTMENT
