Working on a tip that a shipment of drugs was headed to Perry County -- via a stop at the I-40 Buffalo exit -- Drug Investigator Jonathan Kelly began an investigation, and working with Sheriff Nick Weems, asked for cooperation from Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis, who agreed.
The two offices set up a joint effort to nab Brian Powers, 46, of Hickman County, and Brittany Jones, 36, of Perry County when the exchange was made. Allegedly, Powers wanted to make the delivery at I-40 because Perry County was "too hot" for the deal because of law enforcement, based on statements Powers made in texts.
Using Perry County K-9 Officer Orion, a trained drug dog who "hit" on the vehicle, deputies located 33.5 grams of meth and six oxycodone tablets. Officers also confiscated two loaded handguns and $2,400 in cash.
Powers and Jones, both convicted felons, were taken into custody and processed into Humphreys County Jail.
Powers was charged with manufacturing, delivery, and sale of meth, manufacturing, delivery, and sale of oxycodone, unlawfully carrying a weapon, and possession of a firearm in the commission of a dangerous felony. His total bond: $72,000.
Jones was charged with manufacturing, delivery, and sale of meth, and possession of a firearm in the commission of a dangerous felony. Her total bond: $60,000.
Sheriff Davis told the Review, "I have worked in narcotics most of my career. Dope is like cancer; it doesn't care who you are or where you are, and it sure doesn't care about county lines.
"Sheriff Weems and I have always worked together and always will., We have pledged to always do what's best for our citizens and our communities."
Sheriff Weems echoed many those sentiments. "Over the years I have worked to develop relationships with neighboring sheriffs., I am proud to say that Sheriff David is not just a neighbor, but a close friend that I rely on.
"Crime doesn't stop at county lines. We must all work together for the greater good."
