On February 27, 2024, Shelbyville Police Detectives, working with the 17th District Drug Task Force, executed a search warrant at 503 White Street, Apartment 10. This operation aimed to apprehend Shaun Earl Gibson, who was wanted for a probation violation and failure to appear.
During the operation, Gibson attempted to barricade himself in his bathroom but was apprehended without incident. Detectives also found a female in the bedroom who was wanted on six active warrants. She was promptly taken into custody by the detectives. Upon clearing the premises for safety, detectives and agents observed, in plain view, illicit substances and paraphernalia.
Following this finding, law enforcement secured a secondary search warrant, resulting in the confiscation of substantial amounts of narcotics and associated items. The haul consisted of approximately 6.3 ounces of Fentanyl, 2.4 ounces of Cocaine, 9 grams of Methamphetamine, and assorted types of prescription pills. Additionally, digital scales and packaging materials suggestive of drug distribution operations were found.
The estimated street value of the seized substances is as follows:
Fentanyl: Approximately $12,500
Cocaine: Approximately $3,400
Methamphetamine: Approximately $525
Two firearms were also uncovered during the search.
As a result of these findings, Gibson is facing multiple charges, including possession of schedule II substances for resale, possession of legend drugs, possession of schedule VI drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia, felon in possession of a weapon, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony.
