ACPD Makes Drug Arrests

On January 29, 2024, officers of the Arkansas City Police Department took a proactive step in addressing illegal drug problems within the community by surveilling a residence recognized for possible drug activity. 

During surveillance, officers observed a vehicle with an illegal temporary license plate leaving a residence in the 700 Block of E. Central Ave. Officers made a traffic stop on the suspected vehicle in the 200 Block of North D Street. The vehicle's driver was identified as Monica Chaney, 26, Arkansas City. It was soon discovered that Chaney had a suspended driver's license.

The vehicle's passenger was found to be Ashley Webb, 29, Arkansas City. 

A search of the vehicle by officers led to the discovery of illegal drugs. Both occupants were arrested, and upon further investigation, Cowley County District Court granted a search warrant for the residence Chaney and Webb had just left.

Officers executed the search warrant at the residence and located Hailey Holmes, 24, Arkansas City, hiding in the crawl space of the residence. Holmes was arrested on an outstanding felony District Court Warrant. 

The residence was searched, and items of illegal drug use were discovered. The resident, Brandon Bratcher, 38, Arkansas City, was arrested.

Chaney remains in custody at the Cowley County Jail. Her charges include possession of methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. Additionally, she faces charges for driving with a suspended license (3rd offense), transporting an open container, and having no proof of insurance. Bond is $6,100.

Webb has been released from the Cowley County Jail following charges of possession of methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia, as well as a violation of transporting an open container. Bond for Webb was $4,800.

Bratcher remains incarcerated in the Cowley County Jail due to charges of possession of methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. Bond is $4,500.

Holmes has been released from custody following a warrant from Ark City District Court and a felony charge of interference with a law enforcement officer. Bond for Holmes was set at $12,000.

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