Mexico Man Arrested for Drugs

A convicted felon in Mexico, Mo. was arrested Wednesday night on drug charges after a search of his home.The East Central Drug Task Force searched the home of Charles F. Picton, 40, in the 100 block of Alabama Street. During the search, officers found and seized numerous packages of marijuana, a small amount of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia and a rifle.Picton was arrested on charges of marijuana distribution, possession of meth, drug paraphernalia and marijuana, as well as unlawful use of a weapon.He remains in jail without bond as of Thursday morning.