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Jennings County couple busted for meth, neglect of dependent

Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Courtesy-Jennings County Sheriff's Office

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - The Jennings County Sheriff’s Office conducted a narcotics investigation in North Vernon on Friday afternoon, August 21. Deputies applied for and were granted a search warrant for a residence in the 1200 block of Country Manor Street.

They executed the warrant and allegedly located methamphetamine, a handgun, drug paraphernalia, marijuana, and substances in violation of the Legend Drug Act. Of particular concern to investigators, the items were reportedly located directly next to an area where a child sleeps.

As a result, Brianna Deaton, 29, and Michael Deaton, 30, both of North Vernon, were taken into custody. Their bonds were posted at $3155 each.

The charges for the two suspects were the same:

  • Neglect of a Dependent (Level 6 Felony)
  • Possession of Methamphetamine with a Firearm (Level 5 Felony)
  • Legend Drug Violation (Level 6 Felony)
  • Maintaining a Common Nuisance (Level 6 Felony)
  • Possession of Marijuana (Class B Misdemeanor)
  • Possession of Paraphernalia (Class C Misdemeanor)

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