Child molestation warrant and meth-related drug arrests in Jasper

The Jasper, Missouri Police Department has issued the following news release:

“On Tuesday, March 26th, 2024 at 1404 hours (2:04 p.m.), Jasper PD officers made contact with subjects at 307 E. Grand Ave., Jasper, Mo, in reference to a drug investigation.

“Upon arrival, we made contact with Darrell Thomason, who is the resident of the above address.

“Upon search of the residence, meth related drug paraphernalia was located, as well as a subject hiding behind a dresser.  Subject was identified as Joshua Garber.

“Garber had active felony warrants out of Jackson County, Mo for 2nd degree assault and child molestation.

“Garber was taken into custody and transported the the Jasper County jail where he was held on the active warrants and possession of meth related drug paraphernalia.

“Thomason was arrested for possession of meth related drug paraphernalia and transported to the Jasper County jail.

“This residence has had several incidents where drug related arrests were made over the past 10 years. Due to the gross house conditions and the many drug related incidents, charges for “maintaining a nuisance” will be submitted to the Jasper County Prosecutor’s office. This law was used in 2017 where Sharon’s restaurant was closed and the owner arrested due to many theft incidents and drug related arrests were made.”