Yesterday (Feb 25), members of the MARMET/METRICH Drug Task Force assisted by The Marion City Police Department, and The Marion County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant in the 100 block of Sargent Street in Marion. During a search of the residence,detectives located 60 grams of heroin, $600 in cash, and a loaded 9mm handgun. The street value of the drugs is estimated at $10,800.
The investigation began two months ago and concluded with the arrest of Ryan Stevens age 37 of Marion. Stevens was arrested on weapons under disability and possession of heroin and is being held at the Multi County Jail until the filing of formal charges.
MARMET was assisted at the scene by Marion County Children Services.