JASPER, Ala. – Nine people were arrested after Jasper police executed a narcotics search warrant at a residence Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, seizing approximately three-quarters of a pound of methamphetamine, 2.5 pounds of marijuana and a large quantity of drug paraphernalia.
The Jasper Police Department carried out the operation at 1506 Studdard Road as part of its efforts to combat illegal drug trafficking in the community.
The suspects, ranging in age from 28 to 61, face charges including drug trafficking, distribution of controlled substances, possession of marijuana, tampering with evidence and attempting to elude law enforcement.
Nine Suspects Identified Following Drug Raid
The Jasper Police Department identified the following individuals arrested during the operation:
- Sandy Jeremiah Price, 34, of Ensley: Two counts of trafficking, attempting to elude and tampering with evidence.
- Jeremy Heath Johnson, 42, of Jasper: Distribution of a controlled substance.
- Timothy Wayne Watson, 57, of Jasper: Trafficking in marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.
- Phillip Lamont Watson, 61, of Jasper: Unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and failure to appear.
- Elizabeth Hope Wright, 38, of Jasper: Possession of drug paraphernalia and failure to appear.
- Shannon Wayne Hood, 49, of Jasper: Failure to appear.
- Matthew Leon Ross, 28, of Jasper: Possession of drug paraphernalia.
- Jerry Michael Edwards, 39, of Cordova: Possession of drug paraphernalia.
- Mark Williams Ford Jr., 33, of Jasper: Possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana.
According to police, Jeremy Johnson’s bond was set at $200,000 cash following a court appearance.
At the time of the department’s announcement, Johnson was the only person among the nine arrested whose bond had been set by a judge.
Authorities did not provide additional information about the other suspects’ bond hearings or whether further charges are expected.
Police Seize Methamphetamine and Marijuana
During the search of the Studdard Road property, investigators recovered approximately 12 ounces of methamphetamine and 40 ounces of marijuana, along with a substantial amount of drug paraphernalia.
Police did not disclose the estimated street value of the seized narcotics or provide additional details about the investigation leading to the search warrant.
Jasper Police Narcotics Sgt. Cody Harbin warned that the department would continue targeting illegal drug activity.
“If you’re bringing illegal drugs into Jasper, understand that we’re going to do everything we can to put a stop to it,” Harbin said. “We take the safety of this community seriously, and we’re not going to stand by while drug activity puts our citizens at risk.”
Jasper Police Chief Poe also praised the officers involved in the operation, pointing to the damage illegal drugs have caused families throughout the community.
“Illegal drugs have ruined a lot of lives. No family has gone untouched by it directly or indirectly,” Poe said. “I am proud of the officers at JPD that fight the trafficking of these illegal drugs in our community.”