Two Arrested After Drug Task Force Seizes 656 Grams of Meth in Paragould

Authorities say the suspects had outstanding warrants and attempted to destroy evidence during a traffic stop.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Second Judicial Drug Task Force agents in Paragould, Arkansas seized 657 grams of methamphetamine and arrested two people, 45-year-old Sean Bradley Kellim and 37-year-old Kassondra Rashell Blevins, after executing a narcotics investigation on February 5, 2026. Kellim was found to have outstanding felony warrants for delivery of controlled substances, while Blevins attempted to destroy evidence by dropping a bag of meth during the traffic stop. A search of Kellim's residence uncovered an additional 513 grams of meth.

Why it matters

The seizure of over 650 grams of methamphetamine represents a significant drug bust that will disrupt the local drug trade and distribution network. The arrests of Kellim and Blevins, who both had prior drug-related charges, demonstrate the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to target repeat offenders and combat the meth epidemic in the region.

The details

During a traffic stop on Highway 135 North, officers arrested Kellim, who was driving a black Ford pickup truck, on two outstanding felony warrants for delivery of controlled substances. Blevins, a passenger in the vehicle, attempted to exit the car and drop a bag containing nearly 30 grams of meth, trying to destroy the evidence. After arresting Blevins, police found she had two additional bags of meth totaling about 115 grams concealed on her person. A search of Kellim's residence uncovered approximately 513 grams of meth in a container on a couch, along with drug paraphernalia including surveillance cameras and a monitoring system.

  • The drug bust occurred on February 5, 2026.
  • Kellim had outstanding felony warrants dating back prior to the February 5th incident.

The players

Sean Bradley Kellim

A 45-year-old man who was arrested during the traffic stop and had two outstanding felony warrants for delivery of controlled substances.

Kassondra Rashell Blevins

A 37-year-old woman who was a passenger in the vehicle and attempted to destroy evidence by dropping a bag of meth during the traffic stop. She also had additional meth concealed on her person.

Bryan Davis

The commander of the Second Judicial Drug Task Force who provided details about the drug bust and arrests.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue our efforts to target repeat offenders and disrupt the distribution of dangerous drugs like methamphetamine in our community.”

— Bryan Davis, Commander, Second Judicial Drug Task Force (kait8.com)

What’s next

The suspects, Kellim and Blevins, will face a judge who will determine whether to grant them bail as they await trial on the various drug-related charges.

The takeaway

This drug bust highlights the ongoing battle against the meth epidemic in the region, with law enforcement working to target major suppliers and dealers in order to disrupt the flow of this highly addictive and destructive substance into local communities.