Effingham, IL – A Dieterich man is facing multiple felony charges after deputies in Effingham County allegedly found methamphetamine and weapons during a search earlier this week.
According to the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office, Kevin J. Medford, 49, was arrested Monday, October 6, 2025, following searches at his residence and a nearby storage unit. Deputies said they discovered evidence of controlled substance sales along with several weapons.
Medford was taken into custody and booked at the Effingham County Jail. He faces the following charges:
- Possession of methamphetamine between 15 and 100 grams (Class 1 felony)
- Possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine (Class X felony)
- Possession of a weapon by a felon (Class 3 felony)
- Possession of a stolen firearm (Class 2 felony)
Authorities said Medford appeared in court Wednesday, October 8, for his initial hearing and pre-trial detention review.
The sheriff’s office reminded the public that Medford should be considered innocent of all charges until proven guilty in a court of law.
This case remains under investigation by the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office.
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