Aug 08, 2024

Police: Meth fell from Kan. burglary suspect 's pocket during arrest

Posted Aug 08, 2024 12:00 AM
Miller photo Saline Co.
Miller photo Saline Co.

SALINE COUNTY Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after an arrest.

Just before noon Tuesday, police responded to Diehl Construction, 521 Bishop Street in Salina after a neighbor reported seeing suspicious activity, according to Salina Police Lt. Kyle Tonniges.

"A neighbor witnessed a subject go inside the business," Tonniges said. "The garage door had been left partially open, but the employee had left for lunch, so the neighbor knew there shouldn't be anybody inside."

When officers arrived, they found a suspect, identified as 45-year-old Isaac Miller of Salina, just outside the business. Miller had a flashlight valued at $30, which was allegedly stolen from inside the business.

Tonniges said during the search, a small amount of methamphetamine fell from Miller's pocket. He then attempted to destroy the methamphetamine by stepping on it, leading to a struggle with officers.

Police arrested Miller on requested charges of burglary, theft, possession of methamphetamine and interference with law enforcement.