The Father of a 1 year old child who went into cardiac arrest Monday, brought on by a fentanyl overdose, is wanted out of Laurens County.
Police say Tyrist Johnson is dangerous, wanted on numerous charges, including fentanyl possession, and may be armed.
Police were called to a home on Gray Street Monday. Inside they found the child sweating and showing signs of distress. The 1 year old did test positive for fentanyl at the hospital. Officers also found approximately 1 gram of fentanyl, drug paraphernalia, marijuana, and ammunition.
The child's mother, Naja Simpson, is charged with unlawful neglect of a child and others. Two other children in the home, 5 and 6, are in the care of the Department of Social Services.
Anyone who sees Tyrist Johnson should not approach him, but call 911 immediately. CLICK HERE to read more for the Laurens Police Dept.
