From the desk of Sheriff Scott Bradley

On January 22nd, 2015 Deputies from the Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office while serving an eviction notice at 192 Wood grove Lane in Higden, deputies found an active methamphetamine lab at the residence. Deputies notified the 20th Judicial District Drug Crime Task Force and the Arkansas State Police for assistance. After arriving at the incident location the 20th Judicial District Drug Crime Task Force and the Arkansas State Police dismantled the methamphetamine lab and assisted the investigation. Investigation is ongoing. Anyone having any information about this methamphetamine lab and the location of the occupants, please contact the Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office or the 20th Judicial District Drug Crime Task Force at 501-745-2112. All calls will remain anonymous.