Four Arrested in Major Meth Bust Involving 1,500 Pounds Hidden in Semi-Trailer
Agents discovered over 1,500 pounds of methamphetamine disguised as alfalfa pellets in a Texas-plated semi-trailer during a major drug bust in Dickson County.
DICKSON, TENNESSEE — A joint investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the 23rd Judicial District Drug Task Force led to the arrest of four individuals after discovering more than 1,500 pounds of suspected methamphetamine hidden in a semi-trailer.
On May 15, agents identified and searched a semi-truck and trailer with Texas license plates in Dickson County. The drug seizure revealed methamphetamine concealed on pallets and packaged to resemble Alfalfa pellets, according to TBI officials.
Investigators determined the trailer was transporting the illegal shipment from Mexico to Tennessee as part of a sophisticated smuggling operation.
Multi-Location Operation Uncovers Meth Lab
The investigation expanded beyond the initial traffic stop to include the execution of multiple search warrants in Nashville. During these searches, agents discovered a new and unused but functional crystal methamphetamine conversion laboratory.
Agents also seized eight pounds of crystal methamphetamine and two firearms from the Nashville locations.
Four Suspects Face Federal Charges
The operation led to the arrest of four individuals on various charges. Three suspects face conspiracy charges related to the drug shipment:
Deisy Jaimes, 27, of Tyler, Texas, was charged with one count of Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine (over 300 grams) and is being held on $250,000 bond.
Demetrio Olvera Orozco, 31, of Mexico, faces one count of Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine (over 300 grams) with bond set at $250,000.
Rury Arellano Castrejon, 40, of Mexico, was charged with one count of Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine (over 300 grams) and is being held on $250,000 bond.
Enrique Andrade Rangel, 24, of Mexico, faces multiple charges including one count of Theft of Property, one count of Weapon Possession with Intent to go Armed, and one count of Driving on Suspended License. He is being held without bond.
Multi-Agency Collaboration
The investigation involved coordination between multiple law enforcement agencies across Middle Tennessee. Participating agencies included the TBI Aviation Division, TBI Middle Tennessee (HIDTA) Drug Related Death Task Force, Metropolitan Nashville Police Department Specialized Investigations Division, and Tennessee Highway Patrol Special Operations and Aviation unit.
Federal support came from the Drug Enforcement Administration, while local assistance was provided by the Dickson Police Department, Dickson County Sheriff’s Office, Dickson Special Response Team, Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, La Vergne Police Department, and the U.S. Army.
The smuggling operation, involving the disguising of methamphetamine as agricultural products, highlights the evolving tactics used by drug trafficking organizations operating between Mexico and Tennessee.
