Carbondale Convicted Felon Faces Armed Violence Charges Following Police Observations of Gambling and Drug Sales

Simeon C. Patterson faces armed violence and weapons charges in Carbondale after police allegedly caught him gambling and selling drugs. Read the case details.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 11, 2026, 4:40 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from KFVS 12

Police Intervention on South Lewis Lane

Law enforcement operations in Carbondale shifted focus to the 700 block of S. Lewis Lane on Monday evening following reports of suspicious activity. According to the Carbondale Police Department, officers observed 32 year old Simeon C. Patterson engaged in what appeared to be illegal gambling and the distribution of narcotics around 5:05 p.m. on March 9. The immediate intervention by patrol officers resulted in the suspect's detention and the discovery of illicit materials in his possession, effectively halting the alleged street level transactions.

Seizure of Stolen Firearm and Controlled Substances

During the initial arrest and search of the suspect, officers reportedly recovered a significant quantity of cannabis and cocaine. More critically, Patterson, who is identified as a convicted felon, was found to be in possession of a firearm. A records check performed by the department confirmed that the weapon had been previously reported as stolen within the Carbondale jurisdiction. This recovery provided the basis for escalating the investigation from a narcotics case to a serious violent crime and firearms violation.

Residential Search and Additional Evidence

The investigation continued beyond the street level arrest as officers secured and executed a search warrant for Patterson’s home. During the search, investigators located additional evidence related to firearms violations, reinforcing the state's case regarding the suspect's illegal access to weaponry. The recovery of these materials suggests a sustained disregard for the legal restrictions placed upon the suspect due to his prior felony convictions, leading to a broader scope of criminal liability within the Jackson County justice system.