Williamson County drug house closes after authorities arrest three suspects inside

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. -- Authorities arrested three suspects in a drug house bust on Wednesday.

The Williamson County Sheriff's Office arrived at the home at 208 Sanders Ave. in Whiteash, IL., on a search warrant around 1:38 p.m. on Wednesday. The warrant came as a result of an initial investigation into Methamphetamine distribution in 2023.

Investigators spoke to sources, examined surveillance footage, and purchased drugs undercover to confirm the situation at the house. Officials say the house was a source for drugs and saw "significant" sales.

stritzel mugshot — Williamson County Sheriffs Office

Wednesday's search yielded Meth, Drug Paraphernalia, Digital Scales and Drug Packaging Materials. More excitingly, deputies say they found a suspect hiding under a pile of clothes. That suspect, Jerri L. Strizel, was wanted on a warrant for Possession of Meth.

wallace mugshot — Williamson County Sheriffs Office

ditterline mugshot — Williamson County Sheriffs Office

Authorities arrested Strizel along with two other suspects: Joseph D. Wallace and Terri M. Ditterline. The three suspects were all sent to the Williamson County Jail.

Wallace faces charges for Meth Conspiracy, Possession of Meth and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Ditterline faces the charges of Possession of Meth and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

The Williamson County Sheriff's Office shut down the drug operations following these arrests.