In a joint operation on Tuesday morning, the Kosciusko Police Department, Leake County Sheriff’s Office, and the Mississippi Bureau of Investigations (MBI) executed a narcotics search warrant at a residence on Highway 12 East near Bailey-Nowell Rd. During the search, authorities discovered felony amounts of methamphetamine and crack cocaine, as well as four firearms.
Two suspects from Kosciusko were taken into custody. Jacob Dillon, 46, faces felony possession of a controlled substance charges. Thomas Zachary, 43, has been charged with felony possession of a controlled substance and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Both men are being held at the Leake County Correctional Facility.
The Kosciusko Police Department extended their appreciation to the Leake County Sheriff’s Office and MBI for their collaboration in the operation.
