An ongoing investigation into the distribution of marijuana in Sequoyah County led to the arrest of a Vian man recently, Sequoyah County Sheriff Johnny Philpot said Tuesday.

Sheriff's officers and officers with the Sallisaw Police Department teamed up to serve a search warrant at a home in a rural area near Vian.

During a search of the home, officers reported they found illegal substances, some of which were believed to be marijuana. Officers also found scales, package materials commonly associated with the distribution of illegal drugs, and a loaded firearm, Philpot said.

Josh Wade Matthews, 25, of Vian was arrested and booked in the Sequoyah County Jail in Sallisaw on charges of possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession of a firearm in commission of a felony, and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was released on an $18,000 bond.