MARCH 4, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NEWS RELEASE #21-0304-1
CONTACT: SHERIFF TIM MORSE 785-364-2251
Melissa Ann Wilbur
Edward Eugene Owens
JACKSON COUNTY, Kan. (JASO)-Sheriff Tim Morse reports that two individuals were arrested on drug charges on Wednesday morning during a traffic stop in southern Jackson County. A Jackson County Sheriff’s deputy stopped a 2001 Ford Ranger near 158th and US Hwy 75 for traffic infractions. The incident led to the discovery of alleged illegal contraband. The driver, Melissa Ann Wilbur, 44, of Mclouth, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of a depressant, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and no drug tax stamp. Edward E. Owens, 56, of Perry, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Both individuals were booked into the Jackson County Jail.