From the Claiborne County Sheriff's Office -
On Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, Detectives with the Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office and patrol units executed a search warrant at 338 Lock Lane in Tazewell, TN., where a wanted subject out of Ohio was found hiding.
During the execution of the search warrant Detectives apprehended 39-year-old Eddie Ray Lawson who was wanted out of Ohio for an indictment on Aggravated Possession of Drugs and Possession of Drug Abuse Instruments.
During Eddie Ray Lawson’s apprehension, Detectives also apprehended 49-year-old Kendal David England wanted locally for numerous charges including the Resale of Methamphetamine.
During the incident - in plain view in the living room - Detectives observed scales, numerous packaging bags, and a clear bag containing a large amount of Methamphetamine on the living room table. Also found during the search of the residence, were numerous items used to distribute illegal narcotics.
Both Lawson and England, convicted felons, were found in possession of two handguns and over $6,000 believed to be the profit of the illegal sale of narcotics. They were lodged in the Claiborne County Jail.
This investigation is ongoing, and more arrests are expected shortly. Sheriff Bob Brooks will continue to fight the drug crisis in Claiborne County.