Jackson County, Fla.: A months-long Jackson County Sheriff’s Office investigation into methamphetamine distribution has resulted in charges against eight people. Two suspects remain at large.
During the investigation, the Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division made multiple methamphetamine purchases totaling 556 grams. Investigators then obtained and served multiple warrants at several residences.
During a search of one residence, investigators recovered an additional 215 grams of methamphetamine, along with other drugs, drug paraphernalia and evidence. The 556 grams purchased and 215 grams recovered total 771 grams-approximately 27.5 ounces, or 1.7 pounds.
“Methamphetamine steals more than someone’s health—it steals time with their children, trust in their marriage, and peace in their home. Behind every addiction is a family hurting and a child who deserves stability. We will continue holding those who sell this poison accountable while encouraging those struggling with addiction to seek help. Recovery is possible, and families are worth fighting for.” – Sheriff Donnie Edenfield
The investigation resulted in the following charges and warrants:
Michael Patterson
• Sale of methamphetamine
• Trafficking in methamphetamine
• Possession of drug paraphernalia
• Possession of Adderall, a Schedule Il controlled substance
• Possession of Suboxone, a Schedule III controlled substance
• Unlawful communication using a two-way device
• Violation of probation
Derrick Williams
• Sale of methamphetamine
• Trafficking in methamphetamine
• Unlawful communication using a two-way device
Jessie Rae Price
• Trafficking in methamphetamine
Edward Granberry
• Sale of methamphetamine
David Deese
• Sale of methamphetamine
William Adams
• Sale of methamphetamine
Jerrell Lovett — AT LARGE
• Trafficking in methamphetamine
Michael Barnes – AT LARGE
• Trafficking in methamphetamine
• Unlawful communication using a two-way device
Jerrell Lovett and Michael Barnes remain at large and wanted on charges of trafficking in methamphetamine. Anyone with information on their whereabouts is asked to call the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office a (850)482-9624 or Panhandle Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous 785-TIPS (8477)
