Cape Girardeau County authorities conducted a major drug and firearm seizure on Tuesday, January 28, resulting in the recovery of illegal narcotics and firearms. The operation was carried out by the Cape Girardeau County Sheriff’s Office in coordination with the Cape Girardeau Police Department and the Southeast Missouri Drug Task Force.
During the search, law enforcement officials recovered 36 firearms, a large amount of ammunition, illegal narcotics, and drug paraphernalia. Among the seized items were about five grams of methamphetamine, one smoking device, a Colt Woodsman 22LR pistol, and an Anderson AM15 rifle. Authorities also confiscated other items related to drug trafficking and illegal weapon use.
The search led to the arrest of William R. Geiser, a convicted felon who was found to be in possession of firearms, which is prohibited by law. Geiser has a criminal history, with felony convictions for possession of a controlled substance in both January 2000 and February 2011. Following the search, a no-bond state warrant was issued for his arrest. Court documents also reveal that Geiser is currently out on bond for charges related to possession of a controlled substance and unlawful use of a weapon.
Geiser remains in custody as the investigation continues, and authorities indicate that additional charges may be forthcoming as they continue to review the findings of the operation. The case highlights ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to combat illegal firearms and narcotics trafficking in the region.
