Galesburg, IL – A major drug bust in Knox County led to the seizure of more than 900 grams of suspected methamphetamine and multiple weapons during a raid in Galesburg on Tuesday, September 30.
According to the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, deputies executed a court-authorized search warrant at a residence on East 5th Street in coordination with the Galesburg Police Department and the Knox County State’s Attorney’s Office. Investigators reported finding suspected methamphetamine, prescription pills, psilocybin mushrooms, firearms, ammunition, digital scales, packaging materials, and cash. Authorities also said 11 syringes preloaded with meth were recovered.
As a result, Amanda D. Temple, 42, of Galesburg, was taken into custody. She was charged with multiple offenses, including unlawful possession of firearms by a felon, armed violence, possession of methamphetamine over 900 grams, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of hypodermic syringes.
Sheriff Jack Harlan Jr. said in a statement that the case underscores the county’s commitment to combating drug trafficking. “This case highlights our continued commitment to removing dangerous narcotics from Knox County communities. Methamphetamine trafficking will not be tolerated,” Harlan stated.
The sheriff’s office credited the Galesburg Police Department and the Knox County State’s Attorney’s Office for their assistance in the investigation.
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