Meth lab busted

The locating and dismantling of meth labs is a priority of the Washington County Drug Task Force, consisting of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and the Chipley Police Department, as yet another lab fell victim to the WCDTF over the weekend.

Drug Task Force investigators searched a residence at 2776 River Road in Vernon, and discovered evidence of a meth lab, listed chemicals and drug paraphernalia.

Arrested were:

James Norman Parrish, of 2776 River Road in Vernon: Possession of Marijuana More Than 20 Grams, Possession of Methamphetamines and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Elta Wynona Wise, 34, of 2776 River Road in Vernon: Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Parrish, who both lived at and owned the home left the scene and was arrested during the course of a traffic stop a short distance from the home.  Wise, who also lives at the residence, was arrested during the execution of the search warrant.

Additional charges are expected pending receipt of laboratory evidence.

Sheriff Bobby Haddock ask that anyone with information on illegal drug activity contact the DTF at 638-TIPS (8477) or by email at tips@wcso.us.