Troopers Arrest Knox County Parents for Possession of Meth and Child Neglect

WHEATLAND, IN - On Saturday morning, January 30, at approximately 11:00 a.m., Indiana State Police responded to 223 Short Street in Wheatland to investigate a drug complaint.  When troopers searched the residence they found a small amount of methamphetamine, marijuana, several drug pipes and paraphernalia.

The homeowners, Jacob Kail, 32, and Heather Kail, 29, were arrested and taken to the Knox County Jail where they are currently being held on bond.  Kail's three children were taken into protective custody by Knox County Division of Family Services.

ARRESTED AND CHARGES:

• Jacob M. Kail, 32, 223 Short Street, Wheatland, IN
• Heather R. Kail, 29, 223 Short Street, Wheatland, IN

1.       Possession of Meth, Class D Felony

2.      Child Neglect, Class D Felony

Investigating Officers: Trooper Bill Gadberry, Trooper Doug Francis and Trooper Kevin Waters