Twenty-Two Arrested In Major Putnam Narcotics Sweep
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office arrested 22 individuals Thursday in a countywide drug enforcement operation titled “Protecting Putnam County.” Months of investigations conducted by the agency’s narcotics division. Several types of illegal narcotics and firearms were seized during the investigations. The charges against the 22 individuals include the manufacture, delivery, and sale of methamphetamine, fentanyl, […]
Expert: Methadone Clinics Work, But At A Risk
A University of Chattanooga researcher says Methadone clinics can be effective in mitigating substance abuse, but not without risk of creating other issues. S. Tyler Oberheim said Methadone has proven to be a great tool in reducing opioid withdrawal symptoms, hospitalizations, and fatalities since the 1950s. He said that after one month of treatment, Methadone […]
5 Inmates Overdose From Fentanyl, Heroine In Putnam Jail
Five female inmates overdosed in the Putnam County Jail after illegal drugs were smuggled into the facility. Sheriff Eddie Farris said fentanyl and heroine were involved in the incident. Farris said the presence of fentanyl has led to a much higher rate of overdosing compared to the other drugs that have been smuggled into jails […]
At Least 5 Drug Arrests Monday Focused On Fentanyl
In an effort to combat fentanyl overdoses across the county, the Putnam County Sheriffs Office served at least five arrest warrants Monday. Charges include the Manufacture, Sell, and Delivery of Methamphetamine as well as other drugs. The Sheriff’s Office Drug Division led the work Monday, which will continue over the next several days. “Because of […]
Recent Bust, Growing Popularity; Sheriff Concerned About THC Vape Pens
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department has concerns about the increased popularity of TCH-infused vape pens. The department’s Drug Task Force Division participated in a raid Friday where an assortment of the cartridges used in these pens were seized. Sheriff Eddie Farris said he suspects the cartridges would have been distributed to minors. Farris said high […]
Joint Investigation Leads To Arrest For Fentanyl Sale, Child Endangerment
A joint investigation by McMinnville Police, Warren County Sheriff’s Department, and the District Attorney’s Office lead to the arrest of a Warren County woman for selling fentanyl. 30-year-old Crystal A. Jones was discovered selling pressed M-30 pills containing fentanyl. Jones was arrested Tuesday and charged with the sale of fentanyl and child endangerment. Jones’ 8-year-old […]
Farris Calls Visit To Border An “Eye Opening Experience”
Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris returned from a weekend trip to the Mexico-United States Boarder to see the drug crisis firsthand. Farris was invited by U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty to find answers as to why fentanyl use has increased in Tennessee. “The ingredients are coming from China. They’re sending them to Mexico,” Farris said. “They’re […]
Putnam Seeing Uptick In Fake Prescription Pills, Overdoses And Deaths
The DEA has issued a warning about a spike in fake prescription pills containing fentanyl and methamphetamine. Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris said Putnam County is no different, seeing a spike over the last seven to eight months. Farris said in the last 12 months, there has been 24 overdose calls, resulting in seven deaths. […]
UC Overdoses Following State Trends, Numbers Climbing
The Upper Cumberland continues to see climbing numbers of drug overdoses, according to experts. Regional Overdose Prevention Specialist Colby Lane said that fentanyl is the driving force behind most of the overdoses. Lane said that law enforcement sees traces of the drug in almost everything. “Drugs such as methamphetamine, cocaine,” Lane said. “They said they’re […]
Fentanyl Dangers Rising For Communities, Law Enforcement
Opioids, not just a danger to users, increasingly they are becoming a safety issue for law enforcement. Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris said last week, a West Tennessee Deputy lost consciousness after inhaling a synthetic pain killer. “You can be just on a simple traffic stop,” Farris said. “If there’s drugs present and the winds […]
