Anderson, IN – A former Anderson police officer has been arrested on federal charges for allegedly distributing cocaine and possessing a firearm during the illegal transactions, resigning from the department on the same day as his arrest.
Federal Investigation Leads to Arrest
According to federal court documents, Ty’Ray Wilson, 29, was taken into custody on August 5 following an FBI-led undercover operation involving a paid informant. The informant told agents they had previously purchased cocaine from Wilson. As part of the investigation, the FBI provided funds for another purchase and equipped the informant with a recording device.
The resulting audio and video, reviewed by federal agents, allegedly show Wilson selling cocaine while a handgun was visible on the table. At the time of the transaction, Wilson’s police cruiser was parked in his driveway, raising further concerns about his actions while still employed by the department, as first reported by the Herald Bulletin.
Alleged Accomplice Also Charged
Authorities say Duncan Harmon is also facing the same federal drug and firearm charges for allegedly assisting Wilson in the cocaine distribution scheme. The indictment outlines a coordinated effort between the two men to sell drugs in the Anderson area.
Past Disciplinary Issues on the Force
Wilson’s law enforcement career had already been marred by disciplinary issues. In 2020, he was suspended without pay for 90 days after being charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI). In that case, Wilson allegedly arrived at the police station three hours late for his shift and tested positive for alcohol. The case was dismissed in 2021, but the very next day Wilson was arrested again for OWI.
Court records show he later pleaded guilty, receiving a 60-day suspended sentence and a $400 fine. Despite the incidents, Wilson remained with the department until his resignation this month.
Resignation Marks End of a Family Legacy
Wilson is the third member of his family to have served with the Anderson Police Department. His resignation on August 5 not only ended his personal tenure but also closed a chapter in the family’s multi-member legacy on the force.
Federal prosecutors have not announced a trial date, but Wilson remains charged with serious offenses that could lead to a lengthy prison sentence if convicted.
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