Meth charges stem from eviction papers
A writ of eviction could lead to a narcotics conviction after deputies reportedly found a methamphetamine lab while evicting residents of a Mullican Road home Wednesday.
According to Sheriff Jackie Matheny, three people were charged as result of the Wednesday raid including Billy Ray Johnson, 47, Tammy Barrett, 38, and Donald White Jr., 18. All three are charged with manufacture of meth. Barrett is additionally charged with child abuse and neglect because she has two children, ages 13 and 17, living in the home.
Matheny said deputies went to the house to serve a writ of eviction when they detected an odor associated with the manufacture of meth and saw several items commonly used in the production of the illegal drug.
Lawmen subsequently conducted a search and found several items they believe were being used in the production of meth. Matheny said officers also reported finding numerous pills.