A drug task force operation in Heber Springs resulted in the seizure of 1.3 pounds of methamphetamine and the arrest of a suspect on multiple felony charges, authorities said Wednesday.
The 16th Judicial District Drug Task Force, in coordination with the Heber Springs Police Department, executed a search warrant on Monday, March 31, at a residence as part of an ongoing investigation into local drug trafficking, according to Task Force Commander Johnny Byler.
During the operation, officers arrested Anthony Gene Riddle (pictured), 34, of Heber Springs, who was allegedly found in possession of methamphetamine and multiple firearms. Authorities described the operation as part of a broader effort to disrupt drug distribution networks in the area.
Prosecutors are expected to formally charge Riddle with trafficking methamphetamine in excess of 200 grams, a Class Y felony, along with simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms, also a Class Y felony.
Additional charges include possession of a firearm by a felon, a Class B felony, and maintaining a drug premises, a Class C felony.
Images: 16th Judicial Drug Task Force / Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office
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