Fayette County, IA – Deputies arrested two people Monday night following a narcotics-related investigation in Arlington, marking the second drug-related search at the same residence in less than a month.
According to the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a reported violation of a no-contact order at approximately 9:02 p.m. Monday at a residence in the 800 block of High Street in Arlington. During the investigation, deputies obtained and executed a search warrant at the home.
Authorities said Eric William Halverson, 59, of Arlington, was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance, second offense – methamphetamine; possession of a controlled substance, second offense – marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; and violation of a no-contact order – contempt. All charges are allegations at this stage.
Deputies also arrested Janel Kay Helfter, 50, of Fayette, on a charge of violation of a no-contact order – contempt, according to the sheriff’s office.
Investigators noted the search warrant was the second narcotics-related warrant executed at Halverson’s residence within the past month. On November 27, 2025, Halverson was allegedly arrested on similar charges, including second-offense possession of methamphetamine and marijuana, as well as possession of drug paraphernalia.
The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office said both incidents remain under investigation. Additional details, including court appearances and potential bond information, were not immediately released.
Residents in the Arlington area may notice increased law enforcement activity as deputies continue follow-up work related to the case.
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