Photo: Derrick Gonzales
VISALIA – The VPD received an anonymous citizen tip complaining about the possibility of illegal drug activity.
Kathryn Mansfield
In the first place, on July 13 detectives went to a home in the 500 block of West Reese. The tip mentioned “a strong chemical smell coming from the residence.”
Consequently, the homeowners allowed detectives inside, whereupon they discovered a honey oil lab.
Honey oil
Then, the High Impact Investigation Team came and removed the lab. The suspects operated a drug-selling business out of the home.
The VPD arrested 27-year-old Derrick Gonzales and 28-year-old Kathryn Mansfield. They charged the pair with manufacture of a controlled substance and possession of marijuana with the intent to sell.
In summary, investigators seized 556 grams of concentrated cannabis, 134 pounds of marijuana, 2 firearms and $18,999.
