Emmetsburg, IA (KICD)– Two people have been charged with drug-related offenses following an investigation by the Palo Alto County Sherrif’s Office last week.

Sheriff John King tells KICD News deputies went a home northwest of Emmetsburg on Tuesday evening where illegal substance and drug paraphernalia were reportedly discovered.

Further investigation, including the execution of a search warrant led to 59-year-old John Gagen and 34-year-old Andrea Lee being charged with possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Both parties were booked into jail to await an initial court appearance.