A criminal investigation by officers from the Indiana State Police and the Indiana State Excise Police Department led to the arrests of two Miami County residents Tuesday.
Officers initiated an investigation after receiving a citizen’s tip that possible illegal drug activity was occurring at 2010 Shaw Ave, in the Eagles Point housing addition. During the course of the investigation, officers developed probable cause to obtain to a Miami Circuit Court search warrant for the property. During a subsequent search of the residence, officers allegedly found marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and two firearms. There were also three children, ages 12, 13, and 14, at the home. They were released into the care of the Indiana Department of Child Services.
Two residents of the home, Christian Shultz, 28 and Jacinda Shultz, 39 were incarcerated in the Miami County Jail. They each face criminal charges for possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, maintaining a common nuisance, and three counts each for child neglect. A third adult, Jacob Markley, 33, Peru, IN was arrested for possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia, both with prior convictions.
Citizens are encouraged to report suspected illegal drug activity by calling their local law enforcement agency or the Indiana State Police. They can make anonymous reports by calling the Indiana State Police Drug Tip Hotline at 1-800-453-4756.