Kiowa Police Chief Steve Johnson said that three people were arrested on drug-related charges at a residence at 214 S. Fourth in Kiowa, Kansas, Sunday evening.
After executing a search warrant, the Kiowa Police Department (KPD) with assistance of the Barber County Sheriff's Office arrested three individuals who Chief Johnson said were residing at the residence. They are: Chance Gantt, Vickie Gantt and Kristine Henson.
Johnson said the cooperative effort of officers resulted in charges against the three ranging from possession of a controlled substance to possession with intent to distribute. The chief said officers found a large quantity of a substance that presumptively tested positive as methamphetamines. He said paraphernalia for the use and distribution of methamphetamines was also found.
As of Monday the three arrested remained in the Barber County Jail, Chief Johnson said.
Johnson thanked the supporting agencies for working together to safely and effectively execute these types of operations.
Kiowa Police Chief Speaks to Drug Addicted Persons
Chief Johnson said, “I would like to appeal to those individuals who sought out the services of the individuals arrested. Addiction is not easy to overcome, and these substances are illegal and deadly. Those who supply you with that which feeds your addictions are NOT doing it for your benefit. They prey on dependency for profit.
“If you are battling addiction to illegal substances, please take this opportunity to seek help. Resources are available at http://www.drugabuse.gov or call 1-800-662-HELP (4357). You can also seek guidance at your local church or from your health care provider.”
Chief Johnson concluded with the following advice, “Help is out there for those who seek it. We are there to seek those who don't. The choice is yours.”
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