HUNT COUNTY, Texas - Six people were arrested after a months-long narcotics investigation culminated in a SWAT-assisted search warrant at a Greenville home tied to methamphetamine, fentanyl and crack cocaine distribution, according to the Hunt County Sheriff’s Office.
The investigation began in October 2025 when the Special Crimes Unit started receiving information about illicit drug sales taking place at a residence in the 5900 block of Lee Street. Investigators also learned of multiple overdoses connected to the location, prompting an expanded inquiry.
After weeks of surveillance, intelligence gathering and interviews, investigators secured a search warrant for the home. On December 3, 2025, the Hunt County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team entered the residence, secured the occupants, and allowed investigators to begin a detailed search.
Inside, investigators found multiple controlled substances along with digital scales, baggies and other items commonly used for distribution. A stolen trailer and several stolen tractor implements were also recovered.
Six individuals were taken into custody on the following charges. Sheriff Terry Jones noted the investigation is ongoing and charges may be upgraded or modified. All suspects are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
Arrested:
• James M. Rusheon – Manufacture/Delivery of a Controlled Substance (PG1); Manufacture/Delivery of a Controlled Substance (PG1); Theft of Property
• Robert D. Ruffin – Possession of a Controlled Substance (PG3)
• Kasey S. Bilyeu – Possession of a Controlled Substance (PG3)
• Joanna C. Morrison – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Benjamin R. Brown – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Wendal R. Schones – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Sheriff Jones thanked Greenville Police Department and Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance in the operation.
“We will continue our relentless pursuit of criminals that wish to harm our community,” he said.
