Two people were arrested over the weekend following a response from the Taylorville Police Department, Community Action Team, and Emergency Response Team after they executed a search warrant at a residence located on the 900 block of West Market Street in Taylorville.  49-year-old Rebecca Champley and 43-year-old Lorna Smith were both arrested after a late-night warrant.

Champley was charged with possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver, possession with intent to deliver fentanyl, criminal fortification of a residence, with additional charges expected. Smith was charged with possession of methamphetamine.

Champley was last arrested in August on meth charges.  Her first initial appearance on these new charges and a hearing on petition to revoke pretrial release is set for January 22, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. Smith was also previously arrested in August. The state has filed a motion to revoke pretrial release and the first appearance on the new charge is set for January 22nd as well.  

Taylorville Police continue to warn the public that those involved in illegal drug activity will be arrested.  Taylorville Police Chief Dwayne Wheeler thanked the Christian County State’s Attorney for assistance during the operation.