EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) — Montonez Williams and his girlfriend Meredith Hodges-Scarbrough were arrested this week in Evansville on serious drug dealing charges. The couple was taken into custody on Monday following a traffic stop that uncovered illicit substances.
The investigation began in January, when police received a tip that Williams was allegedly selling meth in the area of the 1400 block of Cumberland Avenue. According to police, a confidential informant was used to purchase drugs from Williams as part of the ongoing investigation.
During a felony traffic stop on Monday morning, officers reportedly discovered marijuana, cutting agents, fentanyl, scales, a glass pipe, and a baggy with residue inside the vehicle.
Further investigation led officers to the couple’s apartment, where additional items were found, including scales, plastic bags, marijuana, 9mm ammunition, a firearm, and a jar containing an unknown white powder.
As a result of the search and findings, Montonez Williams faces multiple charges, including:
Dealing Cocaine or Narcotic Drugs
Manufacturing/Dealing Methamphetamine
Maintaining a Common Nuisance
Obstruction of Justice
Dealing Schedule I, II, or III Substances
Possession of Firearm by Serious Violent Felon
Meanwhile, Meredith Hodges-Scarbrough faces charges of:
Maintaining a Common Nuisance
Dealing Schedule I, II, or III Substances
Dealing Cocaine or Narcotic Drugs
At the time of this report, a mugshot for Williams was not available.
