Two Salem Residents Arrested on Drug Charges in Nashville, IL Traffic Stop

Police seized a large quantity of suspected fentanyl during the incident.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Nashville, IL police have arrested two Salem residents, 49-year-old John Haney and 51-year-old Amy Webb, following a traffic stop on I-64 eastbound. During the stop, a baggie of suspected narcotics was observed being thrown from the vehicle, which was later determined to contain a large quantity of suspected fentanyl capsules. Both Haney and Webb were charged with drug trafficking, possession with intent to deliver, and other related offenses.

Why it matters

The arrest highlights the ongoing opioid crisis in Illinois, with fentanyl being a particularly dangerous and deadly synthetic opioid. Traffic stops can often uncover larger drug trafficking operations, and this incident demonstrates the need for continued law enforcement efforts to combat the flow of illegal drugs into local communities.

The details

As the traffic stop was initiated, a baggie of suspected narcotics was observed being thrown from the vehicle onto the shoulder of the roadway. As police attempted to detain Haney, he allegedly resisted and pulled away, but the officer was able to eventually place Haney and Webb under arrest. Officers were able to locate the baggie, which revealed it to be a large quantity of suspected fentanyl capsules.

  • The traffic stop occurred on Thursday night, February 13, 2026.

The players

John Haney

A 49-year-old resident of Salem, Illinois who was the driver of the vehicle and was charged with obstructing and resisting a peace officer, obstructing justice, controlled substance trafficking, possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance (15 to 100 grams), and possession of a controlled substance (15 to 100 grams).

Amy Webb

A 51-year-old resident of Salem, Illinois who was the passenger in the vehicle and was charged with obstructing justice, controlled substance trafficking, possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance (15-100 grams), and possession of a controlled substance (15-100 grams).

Nashville Police Department

The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and made the arrests.

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What they’re saying

“During this incident, Nashville Police received assistance from the Washington County Sheriff's Office and the Okawville Police Department.”

— Nashville Police Department (southernillinoisnow.com)

What’s next

The judge will determine bail and any additional charges for Haney and Webb at their upcoming court appearance.

The takeaway

This traffic stop underscores the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat the opioid crisis, particularly the rise of dangerous synthetic drugs like fentanyl, which continue to devastate communities across Illinois.