Drug bust nets three Rockford arrests

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By Christa Jennings

Senior Staff Writer 

 

A recent investigation culminated in the arrests of three Rockford residents on drug-related charges, thanks to a combined effort of multiple agencies.

Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that on Monday, July 28, a search warrant was conducted at a residence on Alabama Highway 22 regarding the sell of methamphetamine.

Sgt. Travis Ward and his Special Response Team, or SRT, was deployed to execute the search warrant.

While conducting the search warrant, the SRT came in contact with four individuals inside the residence.

The search also led to investigators recovering methamphetamine, marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and scales used in the distribution of illegal drugs.

After identifying the individuals, the investigation culminated in the arrests of three individuals.

Jesse Lewis Leonard Jr., 63 years old, was arrested and charged with two counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance, first-degree possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Anna Victoria Linto, 29 years old, was arrested on charges of possession of a controlled substance, second-degree possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

James Robert Bonner, 54 years old, was arrested and charged with first-degree possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

There were no charges on the fourth individual in the residence, who was not arrested.

Leonard is being held with no bond and remains in custody at the Coosa County Jail awaiting trial.

Linto and Bonner each received a total bond of $10,000 for their respective charges. As of press time, both remained in custody at the Coosa County Jail awaiting trial.

The Sheriff’s Office thanks agencies who assisted in the investigation and executing the search warrant, which included Sheriff’s Office personnel, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s Alabama Drug Enforcement Task Force, Rockford Police Department, Kellyton SRT medic, and Alabaster Police Department.

“This case has been worked diligently over the past couple of weeks, and I would like to thank all agencies for their assistance,” Sheriff Michael Howell said.