Five Arrested on Drug Charges

BAY COUNTY, FL - Sheriff Tommy Ford announced the arrest of five individuals following the execution of two search warrants by the BCSO Special Investigations Division.

On June 6, 2024, a warrant was served at 2608 Mound Ave, where methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were found. Code enforcement violations were also discovered, leading to the property being condemned until proper repairs are made. Richard Croff, Richard Hayes Jr., and Dawn Maxvill were arrested for drug-related charges.

On June 7, 2024, the Special Investigations Division assisted the Florida Department of Corrections Probation and Parole during a probation check, resulting in a search warrant. Methamphetamine, fentanyl, and drug paraphernalia were found, along with code enforcement violations. Chaunce Kuykendall and Joe Shirah were arrested on drug-related charges.

The Bay County Sheriff's Office and Bay County Code Enforcement work together to remove criminals from the streets and address dangerous conditions on properties in the county.