FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Campbell County Sheriff's Office Executes Narcotics Investigation in Gladys; Multiple Arrests Made

RUSTBURG, VA — The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office Crime Suppression Unit recently concluded a narcotics investigation in the Gladys area that led to multiple arrests, the recovery of illegal drugs, and the seizure of firearms and ammunition.

On September 26, 2025, deputies attempted to stop a vehicle as part of the ongoing investigation. The driver, later identified as Hunter Lawrence Jarrell, fled from law enforcement, initiating a vehicle pursuit. Jarrell was ultimately taken into custody without further incident.

As a result of the investigation and subsequent arrests, two residential search warrants were executed. During the searches, investigators recovered:

• A distributable amount of Fentanyl and Methamphetamine

• Suboxone and various items of drug paraphernalia

• Ammunition and three firearms

Arrests and Charges

Hunter Lawrence Jarrell

• §46.2-817 – Felony Eluding

• §18.2-250 (x2) – Possession of Controlled Substance

• §18.2-308.2 – Possession of Ammunition by a Convicted Felon

Richard Malcolm Schmid

• §18.2-250 – Possession of Schedule I/II Controlled Substance

Gregory Eugene Jarrell

• §18.2-248 – Possession with Intent to Distribute (Third or Subsequent Offense)

• §18.2-308.4 – Distribution of Schedule I/II Drug While Possessing a Firearm

Theresa Jarrell

• §18.2-248 – Possession with Intent to Distribute (Third or Subsequent Offense)
• §18.2-308.4 – Distribution of Schedule I/II Drug While Possessing a Firearm

Tina Irene Louise

• §18.2-248 – Possession with Intent to Distribute (Third or Subsequent Offense)
• §18.2-308.4 – Distribution of Schedule I/II Drug While Possessing a Firearm
  

Outstanding Warrants Remain for:

Brandon Anthony Smith

• §18.2-248 – Possession with Intent to Distribute (Third or Subsequent Offense)

Agency Collaboration

The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office wishes to thank the Field Division, Special Response Team (SRT), the Central Virginia Drug and Gang Task Force, and the Virginia State Police for their assistance and cooperation in this operation.

This investigation underscores the Sheriff’s Office’s ongoing commitment to combat illegal narcotics activity and enhance public safety throughout Campbell County.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact:

• Campbell County Sheriff’s Office at (434) 332-9574

• Central Virginia Crime Stoppers at 1-(888) 798-5900; or at www.cvcrimestoppers.org 

• Or submit a tip online at www.p3tips.com

All tips may remain anonymous. Information leading to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.

Media Inquiries, please contact Captain Brian J. Murray;

(434) 332-9580; BJMurray@CampbellCountyVA.Gov.