Woman Arrested in Northwestern Minnesota Drug Bust

Probation search leads to discovery of DMT and meth

Apr. 8, 2026 at 7:20pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a small glass jar containing a dark, viscous liquid, the harsh lighting and stark black background creating a gritty, investigative aesthetic that conceptually represents the dangerous drug-related incident.The discovery of illicit drugs during a routine probation search in a small Minnesota town exposes the ongoing challenges of combating the manufacture and distribution of dangerous substances.Warren Today

A woman has been arrested in Warren, Minnesota after a probation search uncovered jars of a black liquid substance later identified as the drug DMT, along with methamphetamine. The Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force assisted in the search, which revealed the woman, Carla Swenson, had plans to transfer the potentially flammable DMT into other containers.

Why it matters

The discovery of DMT, a powerful psychedelic drug, in a residential setting raises concerns about the manufacturing and distribution of illicit substances in northwestern Minnesota communities. Law enforcement is working to address the ongoing challenge of drug-related crimes in the region.

The details

During the probation search, investigators found multiple jars containing a black liquid substance that was later confirmed to be DMT, a drug known for its extremely flammable properties during the manufacturing process. Swenson admitted she planned to pour the liquid into other containers. A small amount of methamphetamine was also seized.

  • The probation search occurred on April 8, 2026.

The players

Carla Swenson

The woman arrested on drug charges following the probation search in Warren, Minnesota.

Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force

The law enforcement agency that assisted in the probation search and drug bust.

Marshall County Attorney's Office

The office that will determine the charges Swenson will face.

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What’s next

The Marshall County Attorney's Office will review the case and decide on the appropriate charges for Carla Swenson.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of addressing drug-related crimes in northwestern Minnesota, where law enforcement continues to work to disrupt the manufacturing and distribution of illicit substances like DMT and methamphetamine.