Drug Bust in Vidor: Orange County Authorities Seize Methamphetamine and Apprehend Suspects

Drug Bust in Vidor: Orange County Authorities Seize Methamphetamine and Apprehend Suspects
Charitta Harley and Kerri Smith

On Monday, December 4, 2023, at approximately 1:20 pm, the Orange County Narcotics Division, in collaboration with Orange County SWAT, executed a targeted search warrant in the 1100 block of Henry St in Vidor, TX.

During the operation, law enforcement discovered a significant quantity of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia at the location. This led to the filing of two felony possession charges. Additionally, individuals with outstanding warrants were apprehended.

As a result of the search warrant, two women were taken into custody for outstanding Class C misdemeanor warrants. 49-year-old Kerri Smith and 33-year-old Charitta Harley face charges related to the seized methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.

he Orange County District Attorney’s Office, Honorable Judge Peveto (163rd District Court), and Orange County SWAT played crucial roles in supporting and assisting during the operation.