Edwardsville party leads to possible juvenile crime charges

An Edwardsville couple and some teenagers are facing legal trouble after a party where underage drinking was allegedly occurring. At the time of the story, two teenagers were accused of a juvenile crime and could possible later face charges.

The 45-year-old woman and her 46-year-old husband have been charged with permitting violations of the Liquor Control Act. The two teenagers accused of drinking were released to their parents but still face the possibility of a juvenile crime charge.

The party occurred on Jun 9, at 133 Timbermill Lane and the sheriff’s office responded to a call around 10:30 that night. There were approximately 30 cars parked at the residence. When law enforcement arrived, they noticed several partygoers in the backyard of the home. Many at the residence fled the scene of the party into woods located in the back of the residence.

Police allege three teenagers were consuming alcohol during the party. They were released to their parents. The couple who live at the home were taken into custody, accused of allowing juveniles access to alcoholic beverages. They were taken to the Madison County Jail where bond was set at $3,000 apiece.