On April 24th in Uintah County, law enforcement executed a search warrant on a residence in Lapoint, leading to arrest. According to the Probable Cause Statement, during a search of Gayl Rasmussen’s residence, a container of methamphetamine and multiple pipes were located. Additionally, a THC vape pen, a small scale, and containers and baggies used to store drugs were located. Based upon the drug paraphernalia located, the amount of methamphetamine seized, and statements made, law enforcement concluded that Gayl was engaged in the distribution of methamphetamine. During the search of the residence, law enforcement learned that three juveniles under the age of 18 lived full-time at the residence. Multiple items of illicit controlled substances and paraphernalia were easily accessible to all three juveniles. Gayl Rasmussen was subsequently arrested and taken to jail. At the jail, Gayl admitted to law enforcement officers that she had distributed meth to make some money. Charges were filed on May 26th against 41-year-old Gayl Linn Rasmussen, including 2nd Degree Felony Possession with Intent to Distribute and 3 counts of 3rd Degree Felony Endangerment of a Child.
