(Bedford, Iowa) – Sheriff’s Deputies in Taylor County, Tuesday (June 28, 2022), arrested two women from Bedford, following an investigation into an anonymous tip saying that the pair had allegedly used drugs in front of children at their residence. Authorities say 28-year-old Julia Sheler and 26-year-old Kaitlin Puckett, were arrested on outstanding Taylor County Warrants.

Deputies along with Iowa Department of Human Services – Child Protective Services worked a joint investigation into the matter. Sheler and Puckett were charged with possession of a controlled substance marijuana, possession of a controlled substance methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and child endangerment.

*All persons charged with a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.