Sheriff Kenny Cassell states that on March 2nd, 2025, Deputy Caleb Horn, with the Searcy County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to 146 Allstar Drive in St Joe, Arkansas for a male stating he felt like people were watching him. 

After the deputy's arrival, Randy Eddings, 30 of Saint Joe, Arkansas, exited his residence armed with a rifle.  Eddings complied with commands from the deputy, and discarded the rifle.  While speaking with Eddings, the deputy observed that Eddings was clutching something in his hand. 

Further investigation revealed that Eddings was clutching a small baggy containing what appeared to be Methamphetamine residue.  After securing the scene, the deputy performed a Nartec Field Test on the substance in Eddings's possession.  The substance tested positive for Methamphetamines.

Eddings was arrested for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and transported to the Searcy County Detention Center.  He awaits an April 8, 2025, District Court date.