Attica Man Arrested After Dealing a Controlled Substance

On Tuesday, Senior Trooper Millburg began an investigation into 106 North 6th St. Attica, after receiving information about drug activity. After further investigation, Senior Trooper Millburg applied for and was granted a search warrant from the Fountain County Superior Court for the residence. Senior Trooper Millburg executed the search warrant, which resulted in the seizure of approximately 20 grams of methamphetamine, a controlled substance, hypodermic needles, drug paraphernalia, digital scales, small plastic baggies, and other evidence of dealing methamphetamine.

Arrested and Preliminary Charges:

– Jeremy Askren, 50, Attica, IN

1. Dealing a Controlled Substance – Level 2 Felony

2. Possession of Methamphetamine – Level 4 Felony

3. Possession of a Syringe – Level 6 Felony

4. Maintaining a Common Nuisance – Level 6 Felony

5. Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Class A Misdemeanor

6. Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Class A Misdemeanor

– Shawn Harden, 39, Attica, IN

1. Visiting a Common Nuisance – Class B Misdemeanor

Senior Trooper Millburg was assisted on scene by Attica Police Department.

Anyone with information about illegal drug activity can report it by calling the Indiana State Police Lafayette Post at 765-567-2125.