From Middlesboro Police Department -
The police department has charged nine individuals with drug trafficking offenses following a lengthy investigation led by MPD Drug Investigator Ryan Collins. The arrests are part of the department’s ongoing efforts to combat illegal drug activity and protect the community from the dangers of narcotics.
The following individuals were charged:
•Jacob McCullough – Trafficking in Fentanyl
•Brittany Douglas – Trafficking in Methamphetamine
•Aliesha Barnett – Trafficking in Methamphetamine
•Amanda Hatfield Ray – Trafficking in Methamphetamine
•Rhonda Seigler – Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Trafficking in Fentanyl, Conspiracy to Traffic Narcotics
•James Acelinger – Trafficking in Fentanyl
•Lori Elliott – Trafficking in Methamphetamine
•Joshua S. Berry – Five counts of Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Two counts of Trafficking in Fentanyl
•Mikel Maxwell – Three counts of Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Two counts of Trafficking in Fentanyl
They were all lodged in the Bell County Detention Center
As part of the investigation, MPD Detective Collins also executed a residential search warrant, leading to the seizure of nearly one pound of methamphetamine. Middlesboro Police Chief Petie Gilbert stated in the release: “These arrests send a strong message that drug trafficking will not be tolerated in Middlesboro" He went on to say: “We remain committed to holding those who distribute dangerous substances accountable and will continue working to keep our community safe.”
Anyone with information regarding illegal drug activity is encouraged to contact MPD at 606-248-3636.