Joseph Anthony Williams
ATHENS-On September 9, 2021, at about 9:05 a.m., Investigator Durden was on Highway 72 East bound in the 800 block, when he observed a blue 2007 Dodge Ram stopped in traffic in the left East bound lane. Investigator Durden noticed the driver was passed out at the wheel. Investigator Durden turned on his emergency lights and stopped to check on the welfare of the driver, who was later identified as Joseph Anthony Williams. Upon approaching the truck, Williams awoke and started to drive away. Investigator Durden ordered him to stop, and he complied. A printer commonly used for printing counterfeit money was in the back seat of the truck in plain view. During the investigation of Williams possibly driving while impaired, it was discovered that Williams held
felony warrants for counterfeit money. Williams was arrested on the warrant and a search of the vehicle revealed he was in possession of over 200 counterfeit bills, the printer, tools to produce the counterfeit money, and Ice (Methamphetamine). Limestone County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Investigators responded, as well as the United States Secret Service due to the large amount of counterfeit money.
Joseph Anthony Williams, 38, of Rogersville, Alabama, has been charged with Trafficking in Meth, Possession of Counterfeiting Tools, and several counts of Possession of Forged Instrument 1st degree.
STATEMENT FOR LIMESTONE COUNTY SHERIFF, JOSHUA MCLAUGHLIN
“The commitment to the safety of our county is unwavering throughout the Limestone County Sheriff’s Office. I would like to commend Investigator Durden for his quick observation that led to this arrest, that removed dangerous drugs and counterfeit money from being distributed in our county. I would also like to thank the City of Athens Police Department, Lincoln County Tennessee Sheriff’s Office, and the United States Secret Service, for their assistance in this case.”
Media Release/Michelle Williamson/Limestone County Sheriff’s Office
