Marion, IL – The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office released its Warrant Wednesday update for December 17, 2025, highlighting two Marion residents currently wanted on active no-bond warrants.
According to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, 23-year-old Cody W. Rice is wanted on charges of possessing methamphetamine (less than five grams) and criminal trespass. The department also listed Derek R. Sweet, 37, wanted for allegedly threatening a public official. Both individuals are from Marion, Illinois, and remain at large as of Wednesday.
The Sheriff’s Office encourages anyone with information on the whereabouts of these individuals to contact their office at 618-997-6541 or to use the Submit A Tip feature available through the Williamson County Sheriff’s App, which can be downloaded on both Apple and Android devices.
Tips may also be shared anonymously by contacting Williamson County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-414-8477. The Sheriff’s Office emphasized that public assistance plays a key role in resolving outstanding warrants and maintaining community safety.
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