Two Temecula Residents Arrested For Child Endangerment, Drugs

After a search warrant was served Thursday in Temecula, two people were arrested.

As part of an ongoing narcotics investigation, the warrant was served in the 45000 block of Camino Rubi at approximated 4 p.m. by the Temecula Police Department's Special Enforcement Team along with the Temecula Police Department's Problem Oriented Policing Team, according to a report from Sgt. Chris Gaskins of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.

“During the search of the residence, approximately a quarter ounce of methamphetamine and various prescription pills were located. Three minor children were located at the residence and with the assistance of the Drug Endangered Children team, they were placed into protective custody,” the sergeant reported.

The following individuals were arrested, according to Gaskins:

Matthew Moody, 38, of Temecula, for possession for sales of a controlled substance, felony child endangerment, and under the influence of a controlled substance.

Priscilla Pounds, 35, of Temecula, for felony child endangerment and under the influence of a controlled substance.