Multiple arrests made in Taylorville narcotics investigation

TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WAND) - A collaborative narcotics investigation led by the Taylorville Police Department and Assumption Police has culminated in multiple arrests and the seizure of crucial evidence.

The operation came to a head late Thursday night when Police Chief Wheeler conducted a traffic stop on individuals associated with the ongoing investigation.

Following the initial stop, a judge approved a search warrant that was executed around 1:30 a.m. Friday by the Emergency Response Team (ERT), led by Sergeant Dickey in Assumption.

According to a social media post by the Taylorville Police Department, several pieces of evidence were recovered from the residence during the search. The following individuals were arrested in connection with the investigation:

Clayton A. Langley, Assumption – Charged with possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver (15–100 grams)
Ericka L. Zahradka, Assumption – Charged with possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver (15–100 grams)
Rebecca Burke, Taylorville – Charged with possession of methamphetamine
Justin Bright, Taylorville – Charged with possession of methamphetamine