Major Meth Bust in Wausau Traffic Stop, Two Charged

Wausau police seize over 780 grams of meth, a firearm, and cash during vehicle search.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 7:38pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a pile of crystalline methamphetamine against a stark black background, conceptually illustrating the scale and gritty nature of a major drug seizure.A major meth bust in Wausau exposes the scale of the local drug trade and the police's ongoing efforts to disrupt it.Wausau Today

A traffic stop on Wausau's west side this week led to the seizure of a large amount of methamphetamine, a firearm, cash, and other items investigators say were tied to drug trafficking. Police arrested Lamont R. Allen and Sadie Good and referred the case to prosecutors, requesting charges including possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver more than 50 grams.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing battle against the methamphetamine crisis in central Wisconsin, where drug trafficking and possession continue to be major public safety concerns. The large quantity of drugs seized indicates this was likely a significant supplier, underscoring the need for continued law enforcement efforts to disrupt the local meth trade.

The details

During the traffic stop, a Wausau Police K-9 alerted on the vehicle, giving officers probable cause to search it. They found over 780 grams of methamphetamine, a firearm, a digital scale, more than $2,000 in cash, and other items indicative of drug trafficking.

  • The traffic stop occurred on April 6, 2026.
  • Allen and Good were charged on April 8, 2026.

The players

Lamont R. Allen

A 41-year-old resident of Plover, Wisconsin who was charged with possession with intent to deliver amphetamine or methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, carrying a concealed weapon, and felony bail jumping.

Sadie Good

A 37-year-old resident of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin who was charged with party to a crime, possession with intent to deliver amphetamine or methamphetamine of more than 50 grams, with a repeater enhancer.

Wausau Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and drug bust.

Marathon County District Attorney's Office

The prosecutors who charged Allen and Good in this case.

K9 Lokey

The Wausau Police Department K-9 officer who alerted on the vehicle, giving probable cause for the search.

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What’s next

Both Allen and Good remain in custody, with upcoming court dates. Allen is scheduled for a pretrial conference on June 2 and a preliminary hearing on July 7. Good is due back in court on April 15 for a review hearing.

The takeaway

This major drug bust demonstrates the persistent challenge of combating the meth epidemic in Wisconsin, as law enforcement continues to work to disrupt the supply chain and hold traffickers accountable. The large quantity of drugs seized suggests these arrests may have disrupted a significant local supplier.