Three arrested for alleged meth lab in Cape Girardeau

An investigation into an illegal purchase of pseudoephedrine led police to a methamphetamine lab in Cape Girardeau and the arrest of three people, authorities said Friday.

Dakota Umfleet, 26, of Cape Girardeau is charged with possession of ephedrine with the intent to manufacture meth. Brandon Umfleet, 33, of Brownwood, Mo., faces charges of attempt to manufacture methamphetamine. Both men remain at the Cape Girardeau County Jail, each being held on a $35,000 bond.

Erica Hutson, 32, of Jackson has been charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and is being held at the jail on a $7,500 cash-only bond.

Officers with the Southeast Missouri Drug Task Force, the Perry County Sheriff's Department and the Cape Girardeau Police Department were investigating the illegal purchase of pseudoephedrine, Cape Girardeau Police Department spokesman Darin Hickey said.

Their investigation led to a search warrant being served at 234 N. Lorimier St. in Cape Girardeau. Police found a meth lab in a vehicle at that residence, Hickey said. Pseudoephedrine is an ingredient in the manufacture of methamphetamine.

Pertinent address:

234 N. Lorimier St.