Nov 09, 2022

Junction City man accused of selling drugs

Posted Nov 09, 2022 2:00 PM
Preece-photo Jackson Co.
Preece-photo Jackson Co.

JACKSON COUNTY, Kan. —Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on multiple allegations after a traffic stop.

On November 3, 2022, a sheriff's deputy stopped a 1993 Ford F-150 pickup  for an alleged traffic infraction just east of U.S. 75 Highway on 126th Road, according to Sheriff Tim Morse. 

Deputies arrested the passenger, Shawn Michael Preece, 52, of Junction City, on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia with intent to distribute, possession of a hallucinogenic drug with intent to distribute and no drug tax stamp, according to Morse.

Jones-photo Jackson Co.
Jones-photo Jackson Co.

Deputies arrested the driver, David Paul Jones, 37, of Enterprise, on requested charges of  possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of drug paraphernalia, violation of the registered offender act, no vehicle registration, driving while suspended and no insurance.