Darke County Man Arrested in Meth Bust

On November 5, 2014, the Darke County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit executed a search warrant at 503 Beamsville-Union City Road, lot 29, Union City, Ohio. Rickie Hess, Jr. (40) of Union City was taken into custody without incident and is currently being housed at the Darke County Jail where he awaits formal charges of Trafficking in Drugs, Possession of Drugs and Illegal Assembly of Chemicals for the Manufacture of Drugs.

The search warrant produced methamphetamine packaged for sale, drug paraphernalia and items indicative of the manufacturing of methamphetamine. Evidence at the scene suggests that methamphetamine had been produced on the premises.

Sheriff Toby L. Spencer takes a strong stand against the illegal manufacturing of methamphetamine, due to the extreme hazards to the community. Citizens are encouraged to contact the Darke County Sheriff’s Office at (937)548-2020 with information regarding criminal activity. Citizens may also contact Darke County Crime Stoppers at (937)547-1661 or www.darkecountycrimestoppers.com. Information can be left anonymously.