Jan 25, 2020

Sheriff's K9 helps in arrest of Kansas drug suspect

Posted Jan 25, 2020 2:00 AM
Christina A. Armstrong photo Jackson Co.
Christina A. Armstrong photo Jackson Co.

JACKSON COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas woman on numerous charges after a traffic stop.

On Wednesday afternoon,  Jackson County Sheriff’s Office deputy stopped a northbound 1999 Honda Civic near 214th Road south of Holton for a traffic infraction, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

A Jackson County Sheriff’s K-9 responded to the scene. The K-9 alerted on the vehicle, which resulted in the search of the vehicle. The investigation resulted in locating a quantity of marijuana and methamphetamine.

The driver, Christina Ann Armstrong, 42, of Seneca was arrested by deputies. Armstrong was booked into the Jackson County Jail for the following: Felony possession of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and felony interference with law enforcement.