Bates County News

Monday, August 11, 2025

Search Warrant Served in Nevada Reveals Illegal Activity and Large Quantities of Methamphetamines

 

         

                                                                           

On August 9th, 2025 at approximately 20:18 hrs. Deputies from Vernon County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with Nevada Police Department,and assistance from Lamar police department. Executed a Search warrant in Nevada, Vernon County, MO.

During the operation, law enforcement discovered numerous items indicative of illegal activity, including several baggies, scales, pill bottles, glass pipes, and suspected methamphetamine weighing approximately 33.03 grams.

The operation highlights the ongoing commitment of the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office and the Nevada Police Department to combat crime in our community. One male suspect was apprehended during the search and is currently held under an investigative hold pending formal charges.

“We appreciate the collaborative efforts of all law enforcement agencies involved, during this operation” said Vernon County Sheriff Mike Buehler.

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