SIDNEY — A Sidney man was arrested following the execution of a narcotics search warrant Tuesday morning.

Jerad K. Palmer, 38, of 415 Riverside Drive, was charged with one count of drug trafficking, a felony of the 4th degree. He is currently incarcerated at the Shelby County Jail.

According to Sidney Police Department, a search warrant was served Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. by investigators and officers from the Sidney Police and Piqua Police departments at Palmer’s residence.

During the search, suspected meth, marijuana residue and other paraphernalia were discovered.

The warrant execution is a continuing effort by the Sidney Police Department to combat drug abuse and drug trafficking in Sidney.

Information resulting in the warrant was derived in part from concerned citizens. All citizens are asked that if they have any information about drug activity to contact the Sidney Police Department at 937-498-8777 or Crime Stoppers at 937-492-8477 (TIPS).