BARTON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on multiple charges after a traffic stop.
Just before 4 p.m., Monday, sheriff's deputies conducted a traffic stop for an alleged traffic violation in the 2400 block of 6th Street in Great Bend, according to Sheriff Brian Bellendir.
During the investigation Sheriff’s Office K9 Maxx was deployed and indicated the presence of controlled substances in or around the vehicle. Deputies found Methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia and brass knuckles.
The driver, identified as Leona Bahr-Strecker, age 35 of Great Bend, was arrested and transported to the Barton County Jail without incident.
Strecker was booked on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia and criminal carrying of a weapon. Strecker is being held in the Barton County jail in lieu of a $20,000 bond.
A passenger in the vehicle, identified as Justin Herren, age 38 of Great Bend, was found to have outstanding warrants from the City of Great Bend. He was also in possession of methamphetamine.
Herren was transported the Barton County Jail on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and two Great Bend municipal warrants. Herren is being held on a $10,000 bond.