ARDEO seizes 40 grams of methamphetamine after joint investigation

The Appalachian Regional Drug Task Enforcememnt along with assisting authorities in neighboring White County recently made a “sizeable” seizure of 40 grams of methamphetamine.

On Wednesday, June 5, the Georgia Department of Community Supervision (DCS), and the Appalachian Regional Drug Enforcement Office (ARDEO) along with the White County Sheriff’s Department arrested three individuals following a joint investigation.

This investigation led authorities to the area of Duke’s Creek Cabins where multiple cabins were searched, and a warrant was secured for 42 Daytona Place in Sautee Nacoochee.

During the investigation, approximately 40 grams of methamphetamine was seized along with a quantity of “high grade” marijuana. The estimated street value of drugs was approximately $4,430.00.

Arrested were:

• Conor Christopher Dimick, 26, of Marietta, GA, was charged with a parole violation and an outstanding warrant for forgery.
• Alan Richard Smith, 41, of Villa Rica, GA, was charged with trafficking methamphetamine.
• Kimber La’Ran Clark, 27, of Cleveland, GA, was charged with possession of methamphetamine. Additional charges are pending.

All defendants were transported to the White County Sheriff’s Office.

ARDEO encourages citizens to report any suspicious drug activity via Facebook IM or at 706-348-7410 or contact your local Sheriff’s Office or Police Department.