11 People Indicted in Central Indiana Meth Trafficking Operation

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INDIANAPOLIS–11 people have been charged in a federal indictment involving conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine in Indianapolis and the surrounding areas.

10 of the 11 have been arrested. Officers seized eight guns, fentanyl, meth, and marijuana. 16 agencies helped execute 22 arrest and search warrants at 11 locations in central Indiana on Wednesday.

Here are the 11 people charged with conspiracy to distribute meth:

-Matthew R.P. Fishman, 38, Bloomington
-Megan L. Gaskin, 29, Indianapolis
-Joseph A. Grubb, 37, Bloomfield
-Amanda N. Hornaday, 40, Indianapolis
-Candace L. Rich, 44, Indianapolis
-Ashley N. Russell, 38, Indianapolis
-Colton K. Shorkey, 33, Franklin
-James M. Sublett Jr., 39, Westfield
-James L. Tyus Jr., 39, Indianapolis
-Kelly A. Willis, 52, Indianapolis
-Thomas R. Winkley, 45, Indianapolis

They are still searching for Joseph Grubb. He is considered a fugitive.

IMPD Deputy Chief Kendale Adams says all 11 people conspired together to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine from February of 2024 through November 2024.

“Over those months, we have watched these individuals and learned information on these individuals that led to the indictments,” said Adams.

Tyus is accused of being the leader of the operation and Sublett is considered the meth supplier. The other nine people are believed by police to either be dealers or distributors.

Adams says the meth deals happened at several locations across Indianapolis including parking lots, gas stations, apartment complexes, motels and a gentleman’s club.

Each of the 11 people could get life in federal prison if convicted.

“Getting deadly drugs like methamphetamine and fentanyl off our streets is a top priority for our office,” said Zachary A. Myers, United States Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana. “That is why working with our partners at DEA, IMPD, and all across federal, state, and local law enforcement is so important. We are committed to identifying drug traffickers and holding them accountable in federal court.”

You can hear the full interview with Adams below.