DeKalb County human trafficking investigation leads to drug and child abuse arrests

—

December 29, 2017

Lea Meri Hearn, 31, and Rex Tidmore, 59 (DeKalb County Sheriffs Department)

Rex Tidmore, 59, and Lea Meri Hearn, 31, of Geraldine have been apprehended by the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office for charges related to the trafficking of a minor.

The DCSO obtained a warrant for conspiracy to commit human trafficking for Tidmore.

During a search, investigators found roughly 160 marijuana plants and about 50 pounds of loose marijuana.

Another case of child abuse was opened, which led to the arrest of Hearn.

Tidmore and Hearn have both been transported to the DeKalb County Detention Center.

Recent in News

Sen. Tuberville calls on state lawmakers to pass PSC, utility reform package: ‘Focus on the future of the people of Alabama’

Sawyer Knowles — 4 weeks ago

U.S. Senator and 2026 frontrunner to become the next Governor of Alabama, Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), voiced his support Wednesday for the multi-bill utility reform package moving through the Alabama Legislature. In a weekly call with in-state reporters, Tuberville urged lawmakers to pass the legislative package, saying the current Public Service Commission members who fail to […]

Orr, Garrett discuss education budget priorities in 2026 as ‘lofty money’ meets PEEHIP shortfall

Sawyer Knowles — 4 weeks ago

The Alabama House and Senate Education Trust Fund budget committee chairmen addressed the Business Council of Alabama’s Tuesday morning briefing, and discussed budget priorities, their working relationship, and the future of education in Alabama. State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) and State Rep. Danny Garrett (R-Trussville) agreed that managing expectations will be a key challenge this […]