Traffic stop leads to guns and drugs, one arrest made

According to Sheriff’s Office Officials, a Deputy conducted a traffic stop on C Highway near the Walker area. While investigating the traffic stop, the deputy was able to locate suspected methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and two loaded firearms.

Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher said it was the proactiveness of the deputy that led to the seizure. “He was able to seize methamphetamine that was likely going to be distributed throughout our county.”

The suspect has been identified as 51-year-old Richard K. Jackson, of Harwood. On Saturday morning, a warrant was issued by the Courts charging Jackson with: Trafficking Drugs-second-degree; unlawful possession of a firearm; and unlawful use of weapon.

Jackson is being held in the Vernon County Jail on a $50,000 cash only bond.