CHIPLEY, Fla. (WDnews)-The Chipley Police Department has arrested Steven Austin Deese on multiple drug-related charges following an undercover investigation.
In February 2025, investigators conducted a controlled drug purchase within Chipley’s city limits, during which Deese allegedly sold methamphetamine. This led to an arrest warrant for the sale of methamphetamine and the use of a two-way communication device to facilitate a felony.
On March 10, officers spotted Deese near Glennwood Avenue and 7th Street and took him into custody on the outstanding warrant. A search revealed methamphetamine and marijuana in his possession, resulting in additional charges for possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana under 20 grams, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Deese was transported to the Washington County Jail without further incident.
