Coldwater, MI – Several people were arrested early Saturday morning following the execution of multiple drug-related search warrants across Branch County, according to the Branch County Sheriff’s Office.
According to Sheriff Frederick A. Blankenship, deputies with the Branch County Sheriff’s Office, working alongside officers from the Coldwater Police Department, carried out three search warrants during the early morning hours of Saturday, December 13, 2025, as part of an ongoing narcotics investigation.
The search warrants were executed at three locations: the 400 block of East Chicago Street, the 100 block of Smith Street, and the 100 block of West Colon Road, all within the Coldwater area in Branch County, which is located in southern Michigan near the Indiana border.
During the searches, investigators seized suspected cocaine, methamphetamine, items allegedly used in the distribution and sale of narcotics, and a firearm, authorities said.
As a result of the investigation, several suspects were arrested on drug-related charges and other criminal matters. According to the Sheriff’s Office, additional charges are being sought against several other individuals in connection with the case. All individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
“This investigation highlights our continued commitment to removing narcotics and illegal firearms from our communities,” Sheriff Blankenship said in a statement. He emphasized that partnerships with the Coldwater Police Department and other agencies are critical to keeping Branch County safe and holding those involved in criminal activity accountable.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information related to narcotics sales or criminal activity in the area is encouraged to contact the Branch County Sheriff’s Office.
The operation was assisted by the Michigan State Police, the Coldwater Police Department, and Branch County Central Dispatch.
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