On Tuesday, at approximately 7:00 am, the Eden Police Department initiated a warrant round up, titled “Jingle Bails”. Operation Jingle Bails, targeted thirteen street level, narcotics dealers and ten individuals with non-narcotic outstanding warrants.

With the assistance of the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation and Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office thirteen individuals were located and arrested. Investigators are still seeking the whereabouts of the ten individuals who were not apprehended today.

Chief Simpson stated, “I am thankful for the working relationships and assistance by the NCSBI and the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Department. I also appreciate the hard work of our officers and detectives as they continuously strive to keep our community safe. This operation is another clear example of the serious drug issues facing communities in our nation. If you have an addiction, we encourage you to seek help. See the Eden Police Department Facebook page for a list of local resources, or call us and we will provide a list of resources. We will assist you within our means to link you with a service provider to start the rehabilitation process. However, to the individuals who choose to sell illicit drugs in our community and neighborhoods, commit criminal acts, or hurt our citizens and community, consider this a warning, to save lives and keep our community and citizens safe, we will continue to vigorously enforce drug laws and all crimes against person(s).”