Dec 08, 2024

Sheriff: Man accused of selling methamphetamine in Kansas

Posted Dec 08, 2024 11:00 PM
Barnhart photo Osage Co.
Barnhart photo Osage Co.

OSAGE COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on drug allegations.

Just before noon Dec. 5, a Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit conducted a traffic stop  on Interstate 35 for a traffic violation, according to Sheriff Chris Wells.

A narcotics-detecting K-9 was deployed, and illegal narcotics were located.

Justin C. Barnhart, 43, of Kansas City, MO was taken into custody and transported to the Osage County Jail Facility on requested charges of Distribution of methamphetamine, Possession of drug paraphernalia and an Arrest warrant.