A Taylorville man was arrested Friday morning after a narcotics search warrant was executed at a residence on Camp Street.

Michael P. McNear, 47, was taken into custody following a months-long investigation by the Taylorville Community Action Team. Police say the investigation provided sufficient probable cause for the search, which resulted in McNear being charged with delivery of methamphetamine and possession with intent to deliver.

McNear was arraigned on Monday and released under pretrial conditions. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for May 29, 2025, at 10 a.m.

Taylorville Police say that while McNear was released from custody, it will not stop further law enforcement action should drug use continue.  Taylorville Police Chief Dwayne Wheeler says the team remains committed to continuing these efforts, no matter how much work is required.

Police expressed appreciation to the Christian County State’s Attorney’s Office for their hard work on the case.