Fayette Police Arrest 2 on Illegal Drug and Tattooing Charges

Two Dubuque men have been arrested on drug charges, after the Fayette Police Department found a quantity of illegal drugs in an apartment in the city of Fayette.

On May 8th, in the early morning hours, officers executed a search warrant at 106 Mechanic Street in Fayette.

Officers seized 8.5 pounds of marijuana, edibles, wax, THC oils, and "Crumble", which is a highly potent and dangerous variation of marijuana wax. The street value of the drugs was estimated at about $15,000.

Authorities also found an illegal tattoo operation that was being operated in the apartment.

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After the search, 23 year old Matthew Wessels of Dubuque was arrested for Possession with Intent to Deliver, Possession of drug paraphernalia, and illegal tattooing which is a violation of public health rules.

They also arrested 21 year old Eric Heiderscheit of Dubuque, for Possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia.

The investigation continues and more charges could be filed.

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