Narcotics investigation leads to seizure of 34 pounds of meth
For Immediate Release:
Lt. Neil Cantrell
A several months long narcotics investigation by the Weakley County Sheriff’s Office, 27th Judicial Drug Task Force, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Drug Enforcement Administration, and Jackson Police Department Major Crimes Vice Unit led to the seizure of approximately 34 pounds of methamphetamine in Jackson, Tn on 04/01/2023. The investigation started in Weakley County and led to other counties in Tennessee. On top of this seizure, several indictments will be sought. The methamphetamine seized was in route to Weakley and Obion counties when it was intercepted. The Weakley County Sheriff’s Office is committed to combating the drug problem in our county. We appreciate the partnership we have with our community and these other agencies that help make seizures like this possible. This methamphetamine has a street value of approximately $170,000.
