Herrin, IL – A Herrin home was shut down Friday after Williamson County Sheriff’s deputies executed a court-authorized search warrant and uncovered what officials describe as an active methamphetamine distribution operation.
According to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies served the warrant around 11:44 a.m. Friday in the 1700 block of West Madison Street in Herrin. Investigators allege the residence had been the site of multiple meth sales to undercover deputies and was being used to traffic significant quantities of the drug within the community.
During the search, deputies reported locating methamphetamine, digital scales, packaging materials, cash, and other items believed to be commonly associated with narcotics sales.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, three individuals—Jenny R. Smith, Christopher J. Rhodes, and Mindi A. Kincheloe—were taken into custody on multiple charges:
Jenny R. Smith allegedly faces:
• Delivery of Methamphetamine (Class X felony)
• Methamphetamine Delivery Near a Church or School (Class 2 felony)
• Possession of Methamphetamine (Class 1 felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Class A misdemeanor)
Christopher J. Rhodes allegedly faces:
• Possession of Methamphetamine (Class 3 felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Class A misdemeanor)
Mindi A. Kincheloe allegedly faces:
• Possession of Methamphetamine (Class 3 felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Class A misdemeanor)
Sheriff Jeff Diederich said the case highlights ongoing efforts to protect county residents from drug activity. All three suspects were transported to the Williamson County Jail.
Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 618-997-6541 or submit a tip through the Williamson County Sheriff’s App.
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