LAPAZ — On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, Officers with the Marshall County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant in the
100- block of Troyer Street in Lapaz. During the warrant service, two adults and two minor children were located in the residence. Officers located evidence of suspected methamphetamine use and marijuana use within the residence. The Indiana Department of Child Services responded to the scene and removed the children from the home.
Amber Cole, 36, of Lapaz was arrested for Possession of Methamphetamine Level 6 Felony, Maintaining a Common Nuisance Level 6 Felony, Neglect of a Dependent Level 6 Felony and Possession of Marijuana Class B misdemeanor. She was given a $1500.00 cash bond. She has since posted bond.
James Centers, 28, of Knox, was arrested for Possession of Marijuana and visiting a Common Nuisance, both misdemeanor charges. He was given a $250.00 cash bond and has since posted bond.
The Marshall County Police Department assisted in the investigation.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
