Warrants Obtained In Center Point Narcotics Investigation

BIRMINGHAM, AL — An investigation into narcotics dealing in Center Point has led to an arrest and multiple warrants issued. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office apprehended 38-year-old Antonio Terrell Purdom of Birmingham and issued a warrant for Tiffany Nation as a result of the investigation.

Sgt. Joni Money of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office said detectives performed a traffic stop on Purdom’s vehicle Tuesday where he was found to be in possession of illegal narcotics. During a follow-up investigation at Purdom’s residence, detectives recovered a large quantity of illegal drugs and a firearm, Money said.

Purdom was charged with trafficking heroin, trafficking methamphetamine, unlawful possession of controlled substances, unlawful possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Due to Purdom’s extensive history in illegal drug activity, his bonds are set in excess of $2,000,000. Money said.

In connection with this case, warrants were also obtained against Nation for trafficking heroin, trafficking methamphetamine, three counts of unlawful possession of controlled substances, unlawful possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.