JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WDNews) — The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office announced multiple arrests this week following a months-long narcotics investigation aimed at curbing the sale and distribution of illegal drugs across the county.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the operation began in May 2025 and focused on identifying individuals involved in drug trafficking activities that threaten local neighborhoods and families.
“We are working every day to keep dangerous drugs out of our community,” Sheriff Donald Edenfield said. “People who choose to profit from poison put our families at risk, and we will continue to pursue them. These arrests show our determination to stand up for what’s right and protect the citizens of Jackson County.”
Those arrested and charged include:
Starla Simco — Three counts of selling a controlled substance.
Tanya Henry — Two counts of selling a trafficking amount of methamphetamine; one count of selling methamphetamine within 1,000 feet of a childcare facility.
Joy Strickland — One count of delivery of methamphetamine.
Jonathan David Faircloth — One count of selling methamphetamine; one count of possession of methamphetamine.
Naneita Mary Smith — One count of selling hydrocodone within 1,000 feet of a worship center; one count of selling PVP within 1,000 feet of a worship center.
Harmon Leroy Perkins — One count of selling methamphetamine.
Jonathan Lance Tillman — One count of selling methamphetamine.
Tiffany Jean Hughes — One count of selling methamphetamine; one count of selling methamphetamine within 1,000 feet of a convenience business.
Robert Dewayne Clemments (outstanding warrant) — Two counts of selling methamphetamine.
Additional arrests include:
Roberto Torres — One count of possession of methamphetamine.
Lasonia Wesley — One count of conspiracy to traffic MDMA; one count of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute a controlled substance.
Bobby Baker Jr. — One count of conspiracy to traffic MDMA; one count of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute; one count of felon in possession of a firearm.
Hugo Carballeira — One count of selling methamphetamine.
Holdin Ryan Baxter — One count of selling methamphetamine to a minor.
Victor Rushing — One count of possession of methamphetamine.
Eric Gammons — One count of possession with intent to sell.
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office said the investigation remains ongoing and emphasized its continued commitment to proactive enforcement and public safety. Anyone with information about illegal drug activity is encouraged to call 850-482-9624.
