Search Warrant Results In Two Arrests

Butler County Sheriff, Richard K. Jones reports that early this morning, B.U.R.N (Butler County Undercover Regional Narcotics) along with Butler County S.W.A.T (Special Weapons and Tactics) executed a search warrant at 147 Washington Street in the City of Hamilton.   Calvin J. Simmons Sr., age 55 was arrested for Trafficking in Drugs a felony of the 3^rd degree, Possession of Drugs, a felony of the 4^th degree and Possession of Drugs, a felony of the 5^th degree.  Erin Beckman, a 40 year old female from Mason, Ohio was arrested on an outstanding warrant for contempt of court through Hamilton Municipal Court.

Butler County Agents' seized over a quarter ounce of crack cocaine, a large amount of schedule II pills, $1,200.00 cash, drug paraphernalia and a handgun.  “Mr. Simmons is no stranger to our system.  He has a lengthy arrest record and continues to be part of the vermin in this county.  My guys continue to do a great job at getting these people off the street and I am proud of the work they do,” said Sheriff Jones.

The Sheriff encourages everyone to continue to report drug-related activity to the Butler County Sheriff’s Office.