30 years ago – October 20, 1989
Three large marijuana plants, eight seedlings, and numerous items of drug paraphernalia were confiscated October 18 by Gilpin County Sheriff’s officers in a raid. One person was arrested, and charges are expected to be filed by the District Attorney’s Office on Monday. The next day, Sheriff Rosetta Anderle and deputies executed another drug warrant on BlueSpruce Road. The officers broke down the door when the person inside refused to allow them in after they identified themselves. Eighteen marijuana plants and 81 items of evidence were taken in the raid at what was described by the Sheriff’s Office as “a sophisticated growing operation.” Two vehicles also were confiscated, and the Sheriff’s Office is considering filing a public nuisance for forfeiture suit on these vehicles. Charges of marijuana cultivation and possession of paraphernalia were filed against the Blue Spruce resident. Investigation continues in both cases, and additional arrests are possible. Names are being withheld at this time. Overtime pay for deputies and reserve officers working on these two cases is being funded by a U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration grant specifically intended for the eradication of marijuana.
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