The Arkansas 10th Drug Task Force, in partnership with Chicot County, has successfully seized over 30 grams of methamphetamine. Tabitha Knight was arrested on a felony warrant related to drug offenses and now faces further charges, including possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, and attempted escape. A commercial bond of $250,000 has been set for Knight. The 10th Drug Task Force and its partners remain dedicated to tackling the area's drug problem.
SHERIFF NEAL THOMAS MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF & COLLECTOR 105 HWY 270 E STE 9 MT IDA, ARKANSAS 71957 Phone 870-867-3151 Fax 870-867-4212 PRESS RELEASE On May 12, 2026, Deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office responded to an address in Story to perform a welfare check on a resident, as requested by Adult Protective Services. While on scene, Deputies were advised by Dispatch that the male occupant at the residence was a registered sex offender with a registered address out of Garland County. On May 13, 2026, Deputies and officers with 18t West Judicial Drug Task Force were assisting Adult Protective Services at the address and arrested Terry Lynn Smithey, a Level 3 High Risk offender, for Failure to Comply with Sex Offender Registration and Reporting, Class C Felony. Numerous firearms were seized from the residence along with several rounds of various caliber ammunition. Smithey is currently held at the Montgomery County Detention Center on a bond of $50,000 for the Failure to Comply with Sex Offender Registration and Reporting charge. Additional charges are pending in this investigation. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Sheriff Neal Thomas
