On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 4:04 p.m., investigators from the Mecosta County Sheriff's Office and Big Rapids Department of Public Safety executed a search warrant, leading to the arrest of 59-year-old Paul Woolworth at a residence on Bjornson Street in Big Rapids.

The arrest came from information that Woolworth was dealing methamphetamine from his residence. A search of the residence uncovered and seized approximately two ounces of methamphetamine.

Woolworth has been charged with four counts of violating the Controlled Substance Act for possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver. His bond is set at $100,000 cash/surety.

All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

The Mecosta County Sheriff's Office and Big Rapids Department of Public Safety were assisted by Meceola Consolidated Central Dispatch.

_{Photo and release courtesy of the Mecosta County Sheriff's Office.}