Early Tuesday evening, a search warrant on the 700 block of Noble Street in Seymour turned into a major drug haul, with police and federal agents saying they seized more than five pounds of methamphetamine along with THC vape cartridges, THC gummies and marijuana. Investigators pegged the street value of the seized drugs at over $20,000 and arrested 23-year-old Seymour resident Xander Ault on multiple felony charges, according to police.
Multi-agency team carried out the raid
In a detailed post, the Seymour Police Department said the search was a coordinated effort involving its narcotics, detective and patrol divisions. They were joined by the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and the Joint Narcotics Enforcement Team (JNET), which combines personnel from the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office and the Columbus Police Department. Lt. Michael Cooper authored the post and included photos of the seized evidence. The department stressed that everyone involved is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
What officers say they found
Investigators wrote that they “located over 5 pounds of methamphetamine,” along with marijuana, THC gummies, THC vape cartridges and a handgun, putting the estimated street value at more than $20,000. Officers arrested 23-year-old Xander Ault on preliminary counts that include dealing and possession of methamphetamine, possession and dealing of marijuana, maintaining a common nuisance and related felonies, according to the department's post. Prosecutors will review the case and decide what formal charges to file.
Regional enforcement context
Large, multi-agency meth seizures have become a recurring theme across Indiana this year as local and federal task forces focus on drug supply lines. One recent federal case involved kilos of methamphetamine and fentanyl and resulted in lengthy prison sentences, according to DEA Indianapolis. Local authorities have also reported seizing multiple pounds of meth in separate investigations, including a February pursuit that netted nearly four pounds, as reported by WBIW.
Legal implications
The allegations listed by Seymour police span several felony levels under Indiana law. Depending on weight and circumstances, a drug dealing charge can be elevated to a Level 2 felony. Under state sentencing guidelines, a Level 2 felony can bring roughly 10 to 30 years in prison, a Level 3 felony runs from about 3 to 16 years and a Level 6 felony typically carries up to 2.5 years, according to Indiana Code (Justia).
Investigation continues
Seymour police say the investigation is still active, with officers continuing to develop evidence for review by prosecutors. Any formal charges will appear in Jackson County court filings. The department is asking anyone with relevant information to contact investigators, and it reiterated that all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
