Two Arrested in Meth Related Case
Vigo County—This afternoon at 3:12, Indiana State Police Troopers from the Putnamville District Meth Suppression Team arrived at a residence at 10200 North Atherton Street to investigate community tips related to possible illegal drug activity.
During their investigation, troopers located numerous items commonly associated with the production of methamphetamine as well as many items commonly used to smoke methamphetamine or other illicit drugs. A vast number of the items field tested positive for methamphetamine, but only trace amounts of the meth were found. Two occupants were incarcerated in the Vigo County Jail.
Arrested: Andy Mathers, age 48, of the address
Charges: Manufacturing Methamphetamine; Possession of Methamphetamine; and Maintaining a
Common Nuisance
Arrested: Daryle Powers, age 50, of Terre Haute, IN.
Charges: Manufacturing Methamphetamine; Possession of Methamphetamine; and Visiting a
Common Nuisance
Picture 1: Andy Mathers
Picture 2: Daryle Powers
The community plays a vital role in the suppression of illicit drugs. Anyone with information on the production of methamphetamine in the Putnamville District is urged to call the post at 765-653-4114. Callers can remain anonymous. The Putnamville District services the counties of Parke, Vermillion, Putnam, Clay, Vigo, and Clay.
Under the Law, criminal charges are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
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SGT. JOE WATTS
