NORTH VERNON, Ind. - The Jennings County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) responded to an address in Scipio on Friday, October 9, to locate Jason Byrne, 48, of North Vernon. He was wanted on an outstanding Level 4 felony warrant out of Monroe County for Possession of Methamphetamine.
Deputies found Byrne and also spoke with Christie Rodgers, 51, of North Vernon, who was inside the house.
During the investigation, JCSO developed probable cause to apply for a search warrant for the residence, which the Jennings County Circuit Court granted.
During the subsequent search, deputies allegedly discovered approximately 11 grams of meth, drug paraphernalia, syringes, controlled substances, and other materials related to narcotics.
Both suspects were arrested. They are currently incarcerated at the Jennings County Jail.
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