TWO ARRESTED ON CONTRABAND CHARGES

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – On Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, two individuals attempted to promote prison contraband at Ventress Correctional Facility. The Alabama Department of Corrections K-9 and Narcotics Units initiated an investigation. The suspects were identified as Reco Dynell Harris and Ariyana Cateera Edwards. ADOC agents collaborated with the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force to locate and apprehend the suspects.

Harris and Edwards were arrested on unrelated charges by the task force in Alexander City. They were transported to the Tallapoosa County Jail. Additional charges have been filed against Harris and Edwards including Possession of Marijuana 1st, Promoting Prison Contraband 1st, and Promoting Prison Contraband 2nd. Contraband seized included:
17 cell phones
692 grams marijuana

Commissioner John Q. Hamm said, "The ADOC remains committed to maintaining the safety and security of its facilities and will continue to work with local and state partners to prevent the introduction of contraband."


The investigation is ongoing and additional charges may be pending.