A woman has been arrested on numerous charges—including weapons, drugs, and armed violence—as the result of a court-authorized search warrant at her residence located in Galesburg.
On Tuesday, Sept. 30, the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with the Knox County State’s Attorney’s Office and Galesburg Police Department, executed the warrant at 346 E. 5th St.
During the operation, deputies seized significant evidence of narcotics trafficking, including over 900 grams of suspected methamphetamine, a firearm and ammunition, digital scales and packaging materials, 11 preloaded syringes with suspected meth, prescription pills, psilocybin mushrooms, and U.S. currency.
Amanda D. Temple, 42, was taken into custody and charged with the following offenses:
- 430 ILCS 65/2(a)(1): Acquire/Possess Firearm/Stun Gun/Taser without FOID
- 720 ILCS 5/24-1.1: Unlawful Use/Possession of Weapons – Felon/Other Prohibited Person
- 720 ILCS 5/24-3.1: Unlawful Possession of Firearms/Firearm Ammunition
- 720 ILCS 5/33A-2: Armed Violence
- 720 ILCS 646/60(b)(6): Methamphetamine Possession – 900 grams or more
- 720 ILCS 570/402: Possession of Controlled Substance
- 720 ILCS 635/1: Possession of Hypodermic Syringe/Needle
Sheriff Jack Harlan Jr. emphasized the significance of the operation, stating, “This case highlights our continued commitment to removing dangerous narcotics from Knox County communities. Methamphetamine trafficking will not be tolerated.”
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office extended thanks to the Knox County State’s Attorney’s Office for their collaboration and assistance in the investigation.
The case remains under review, with further details to be provided as the legal process continues.