ELMORE COUNTY, Ala. (WDNews) – A security guard at Elmore Correctional Facility is now behind bars following her arrest on drug trafficking charges, according to the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC).
Alesia Jarett, 22, was taken into custody on Tuesday after an investigation by the ADOC’s Law Enforcement Services Division (LESD). With assistance from K9 units and Security Threat Group personnel, agents arrested Jarett, who was found in possession of approximately 250 grams of methamphetamine.
Jarett is accused of smuggling drugs into the prison and faces charges including conspiracy to traffic methamphetamine, use of position for personal gain, and promoting prison contraband. She is currently being held at the Elmore County Detention Facility on a $1.5 million bond.
“LESD agents were able to gather critical intelligence that led to her arrest,” the ADOC stated, emphasizing its commitment to maintaining security and holding employees to high standards.
The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges could be filed.
