Madison, IN Sunny intervals 55°
Listen Live

Jefferson County WOMAN SENTENCED TO 12 YEARS ON METH CHARGE

This sentence will include probation

                                   mahoney

Jefferson County, Indiana (June 21, 2022) – A Madison woman was sentenced Wednesday, June 15th in Jefferson County Circuit Court to 12 years on a Level 2 felony charge of dealing methamphetamine, said Prosecutor David R. Sutter.

Katherine J. Lunsford, also known as Katherine “Kati” Mahoney, 37, received a sentence of 12 years to the Indiana Department of Correction with two years suspended to supervised probation overseen by Jefferson County Community Corrections.

Lunsford entered a plea agreement in May, said Prosecutor Sutter.

“This is a significant sentence and one that ensures a known drug dealer is out of operation,” said Prosecutor Sutter. “This case would not have been possible without excellent police work. I am grateful for all the law enforcement agencies involved in this case, specifically Detective Mark Jenkins with the Indiana State Police, who devoted a tremendous amount of time and effort to ensure this was a solid case.” The Indiana State Police was assisted by the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department, Jefferson County Prosecutor's Office, Switzerland County Sheriff's Department, and Jennings County Sheriff's Department.

Lunsford has two previous charges in Jefferson County for possession of methamphetamine, along with a conviction of resisting law enforcement.

She was arrested in March 2021, following an investigation that spanned several months. In October 2020, police determined Lunsford sold at least 10 grams of methamphetamine to an individual locally.

“Illegal drugs continue to plague our community and we are determined in our efforts to stop their devastating effects, one case at a time,” said Prosecutor Sutter.

More from Local News

Events

Local News

Hanover Man Receives Lengthy Sentence For Trafficking Fentanyl

This outcome reflects the importance of thorough and steadfast prosecution

General Motors sold Hoosier drivers on using OnStar then sold their data to raise rates

Attorney General Todd Rokita is driving right through this deceptive collection plan

Local Sports

IBCA Announces 2024-25 Boys Basketball All-State Teams

Several local players earned recognition.

Two local area Seniors invited to Hoosier Basketball's Top 60 Senior Workout at Marian University

Switzerland County's Cam Craig and South Ripley's Cole Henry have been invited

Local Sports for March 25, 2025

Any missing scores or to report a score email news@953wiki.com