Vernon County Drug Bust

NEVADA, MO.--- Vernon County Sheriff Deputies arrest 4 people in an undercover drug bust. The sheriff says they've had the suspects from Nevada under surveillance. Around 5 yesterday evening, deputies stopped 2 vehicles and arrested 3 women, Teresa Saunders, Jennifer Rinker, and Meghan Tymeson. 

Deputies also went to a house in Nevada and arrested Lane Blankenship. A child was removed from the home. Blankenship is charged with 1st degree child endangerment and possession of a controlled substance. The 3 women are charged with possession with intent to distribute. All 4 are in the Vernon County Jail on $100,000 bond.