Prosecutor’s Office announces charges after execution of search warrant

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 12:15 PM

By Kathy Bottorff

On Friday April 24, 2026, the Marshall County Drug Task Force executed multiple search warrants at a residence located in the 14000-block of Michigan Road, near Argos. MCDTF Detectives were contacted by the Wabash County Sheriff's Department in reference to a burglary they were investigating in their county. They had identified multiple suspects in the case who lived in Marshall County and requested assistance from MCDTF to locate stolen items.

MCDTF Detectives were able to locate stolen items in plain view on the property and subsequent search warrants were obtained. The operation resulted in a coordinated effort between MCDTF, Wabash County Sheriff's Department, Indiana State Police SWAT Team, Marshall County Police and Plymouth Police. Multiple traffic stops were conducted on suspects involved and ultimately lead to the recovery of a large amount of stolen items, including a stolen handgun, as well as suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Two young children were also removed from the care and custody of their parents.

Two people were arrested and incarcerated at the Marshall County Jail.

Shelby Rice, 26, of Argos was charged with Dealing in Methamphetamine Level 3 Felony, Possession of Methamphetamine Level 5 Felony, Neglect of a Dependent Level 5 Felony, Maintaining a common nuisance Level 6 Felony and Theft of a Firearm Level 5 Felony. She was given a $40,000 cash bond.

Jay Johnson, 30, of Argos was charged with Dealing in Methamphetamine Level 3 Felony, Possession of Methamphetamine Level 5 Felony, Neglect of a Dependent Level 5 Felony, Maintaining a common nuisance Level 6 Felony and Theft of a Firearm Level 5 Felony, and Driving while suspended-prior A/misd. He was also given a $40,000 cash bond.

This operation highlights the essential role MCDTF plays in networking with local, surrounding and Federal Law Enforcement agencies to communicate and work together to help maintain and protect the standard of living and safety of the residents in Marshall County.

Readers are reminded that criminal charges are mere allegations, and that the individuals so charged are presumed innocent of the allegations unless or until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt.