On Saturday May 5, 2018, a joint investigation by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit, SBI/ADETF Region F, and U.S. Postal Inspectors culminated in the arrest of five persons for Drug Related Offenses in the Bryant area of Jackson County.  During this investigation, approximately 2 pounds of Methamphetamine (ICE), Marijuana, Drug Paraphernalia, a Methamphetamine Laboratory, one Firearm and $3,035.00 US Currency were seized.  As a result of this investigation the following persons were arrested and charged with the listed charges:

James McDANIEL age 51 of Bryant, Alabama who was charged with Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Conspiracy to Traffic Methamphetamine, Manufacturing Methamphetamine, Possession of a Forged Instrument and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.  McDANIEL remains in custody on a $77,800 bond.

Robin MOORE age 38 of Higdon, Alabama was charged with Conspiracy to Traffic Methamphetamine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Possession of Marijuana.  MOORE remains in custody of $25,600 bond.

Charles GASS age 35 of Trenton, Georgia who was charged with Loitering in a Drug House, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Failure to Pay on a Speeding Ticket (warrant).  GASS remains in custody on a $600 bond. 

Michael CLOUD age 58 of Trenton, Georgia who was charged with Loitering in a Drug House.  CLOUD was released on $300 bond. 

James BROYLES age 49 of Wildwood, Georgia who was charged with Loitering in a Drug House.  BROYLES was released on a $300 bond. 

Jackson County Sheriff Chuck Phillips said "this in a major drug seizure for our County and the North Sand Mountain area".  "This investigation shows that inter-agency cooperation can lead to large amounts of drugs being taken off of our streets".  "The estimated Street Value of this Methamphetamine is between $120,000 and $250,000 depending on the purity of the product".  "Great job by our Narcotics Unit, State Task Force Agents and the Postal Inspectors".