Officers Remain Dedicated to the Safety of Cayce Citizens
CAYCE, S.C. — The Cayce Police Department (CPD) has made significant arrests in two separate cases—one stemming from a violent assault investigation and another from a proactive undercover narcotics operation. These efforts reflect the department’s continued commitment to maintaining public safety and aggressively pursuing criminal activity within the community.
ITEM ONE: Additional Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Charges Filed
Following CPD’s investigation into an assault in the Riverland Park area on October 23, the Criminal Investigations Division executed a search warrant at 520 Riverside Lane. The search uncovered multiple firearms and substantial quantities of narcotics. Four individuals were taken into custody as a result of the investigation:
- Micala Nicole Baucom
- Casey Taylor Price
- Jennifer Marie Owens
- Stephen Allen Rhein
Each remains in custody and faces multiple charges related to the assault, as well as numerous narcotics and weapons violations.
During the arrest of Price, officers seized two mobile devices as evidence. A forensic examination of the devices later revealed that Price had been actively involved in the possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
As a result, the following additional charges have been filed against Casey Taylor Price:
- Second Degree Sexual Exploitation of a Minor (5 counts)
- Third Degree Sexual Exploitation of a Minor (10 counts)
CPD extends its appreciation to all partner agencies involved in the operation, including the Street Crimes Unit, the Lexington County NET Team, and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department Firearm Detection K9, for their coordinated efforts in bringing this case to a successful conclusion.
ITEM TWO: Undercover Narcotics Operation Leads to Arrest
On December 2, 2025, the CPD Street Crimes Unit—supported by Patrol and Investigations—conducted an undercover operation targeting illegal narcotics activity in the community. Officers conducted controlled purchases from a known drug dealer, leading to the arrest of Roheem Bell.
Bell has been charged with:
- Trafficking Methamphetamine
- Trafficking Cocaine
- Trafficking Crack Cocaine
- Possession With Intent to Distribute Marijuana
Cayce Police Chief Dr. Bruce Wade stated, “We are proud of the diligent, coordinated efforts of our officers and investigators whose proactive work continues to disrupt illegal drug activity and enhance safety throughout the City of Cayce.”
CPD remains committed to intelligence-led enforcement and thorough investigations that help keep Cayce safe. Anyone with information about drug-related activity is encouraged to contact the Cayce Police Department at 803-794-0456 or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.
