On 9-24-2021 at approximately 10:15 a.m., the Brown County Sheriff’s Office Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at 111 N 5th Street in Hiawatha. This case involved extensive investigation and coordination between the Sheriffs office and the County attorney which resulted in a positive outcome for the community.
Ronald Clauson 50 Hiawatha was arrested on charges of Possession of Meth, Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Jeff Davis 44 Hiawatha was arrested on charges of Possession of Meth, Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Ashley Rhyne 29 Hiawatha was arrested on charges of Distribution of Marijuana within 1000 feet of a school, No Drug Tax Stamp, Possession of Meth, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Child Endangerment.
Kimberly Wagner 55 Hiawatha was arrested on charges of Possession of Meth and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Gary Wendtlandt 33 Hiawatha was arrested on charges of Possession of Meth, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Child Endangerment.
Upon investigation it was discovered that a small child was present in that location and was immediately placed in protective custody. Meth, Marijuana, Scales, Syringes, Needles, Bongs, Pipes and other items were seized.
The public has been a great asset to the Sheriff’s office and we appreciate all of your support, especially when it comes to cases such as this.
The Kansas Highway Patrol, Hiawatha PD, Sac and Fox PD and JJA assisted.
