Sheriff’s officials in Shelby County said Monday (today) an arrest has been made in connection with an investigation into the discovery of a methamphetamine lab. The operation was found on a vacant farm in rural Shelby County after remnants of the lab was found by members of the public, who alerted authorities. An investigation has identified one suspect.

39-year old Raymond Johnson, of Seneca, MO, was taken into custody in Fremont County, on unrelated charges. Johnson faces felony charges in Shelby County that include Manufacturing Methamphetamine, Possession of Pseudoephedrine as a precursor, and Possession of lithium as a precursor. A warrant has been issued for Johnson, who will be returned to Shelby County upon completion of the charges in Fremont County. His bond was set at $5,000.