A Glenwood man is in jail after the Pike County Sheriff’s Office charged him with the theft of vehicles, property and operating an illegal marijuana operation. 

According to Pike County Sheriff Russell Thomas, Jody Raif Griswold, 40, of Glenwood was charged with first- and second-degree theft of property, first-degree receiving stolen property, certain persons forbidden to possess a firearm, unlawful manufacture of  a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. 

Thomas said Griswold’s arrest was the result of a thorough investigation by Lt. David Thomas and Lt. Sean Smith. Thomas said on May 12, a 2005 Peterbilt 379 Tractor Truck valued at $130,447 was reported stolen from the Troy Police Department jurisdiction. Shortly after, Thomas said, on May 18, a 20245 Can-Am Defender HD10 Max, valued at $26,000 was reported stolen from a residence on CR 2280. Thomas said an investigation was opened into both cases. 

Thomas said during the investigation, the Can-Am was discovered in a remote location off of CR 2276. 

Thomas said on May 20, around 1:50 p.m., the PCSO  Special Response Team and the Troy Police Department executed a search warrant and Griswold was apprehended while attempting to flee the backyard area near the grow site. 

During the investigation, a Ruger 9mm handgun, an aluminum clipboard from the stolen truck, the truck’s stolen batteries, a marijuana grinder and 18 mature marijuana plants and a GooLoo jump box and key ring were recovered. 

“I commend the dedication of our investigators who acted swiftly to recover the stolen property, dismantle an illegal drug operation and bring a dangerous individual into custody,” Thomas said. “This case highlights the importance of cooperation and the unwavering commitment of our deputies to uphold the law and ensure the safety of our citizens. 

Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact the PCSO at 334-566-4347.