Derrick Duncan, Anthony Edwards, and Brittany Clark were all arrested in connection with the same.
Derrick Duncan, 21, was arrested at approximately 6:27 PM. Duncan was arrested on probable cause offenses of distribution of controlled substance causing death, distribute or possess with the intent to distribute drug paraphernalia for illegal use, possession of marijuana, aggravated battery knowingly causing great bodily harm or disfigurement x2, distribution of controlled substance causing great bodily harm, distribute opiates/opium/ narcotics or stimulant of an unknown quantity x2, distribution of opiate/narcotic/certain stimulant/heroin with a dosage of 10- <100 within 1000 feet of a school, distribution of controlled substance causing great bodily harm, and distribution of opiates/opium/narcotics/stimulant of an unknown quantity x4. Duncan was not issued a bond at this time pending his first appearance and was confined at the time of this report.
Anthony Edwards, 38, was arrested at approximately 6:33 PM. Edwards was arrested on probable cause offenses of distribution of opiate/opium/narcotics/stimulant/heroin <3.5 grams within 1000 feet of a school, possession of opiates/opium/narcotics, use of a communication facility in the commission of a felony drug violation, probation violation (the original charge was for possession of drug paraphernalia), use/possession with the intent to use drug paraphernalia into the human body, possession of a depressant, and trafficking contraband into a correctional/care facility. Edwards was issued a total bond of $28,000 and was confined at the time of this report.
Brittany Clark, 36, was arrested at approximately 8:43 PM. Clark was arrested on probable cause offenses of distribution of opiate/opium/narcotics/stimulant/heroin <3.5 grams within 1000 feet of a school, possession of opiate/opium/narcotic or certain stimulant x3, use/possession with the intent to use drug paraphernalia into the human body, possession of depressant, distribution or possession with the intent to distribute drug paraphernalia for illegal use, distribution of certain depressant dose 10-<100 units, possession of marijuana, and distribution or possession with the intent to distribute marijuana within 1000 feet of a school <25 grams. Clark was issued a total bond of $70,000 and was confined at the time of this report.
These recent arrests underscore our unwavering dedication to combatting the detrimental consequences of illegal narcotics trafficking, including the tragic loss of lives. We remain resolute in our pursuit of justice and accountability, ensuring those responsible are held accountable for the harm inflicted upon our society.
The investigation remains ongoing. Any individuals possessing pertinent information are urged to come forward and assist law enforcement authorities. Lastly, RCPD would like to thank the Kansas Bureau of Investigation and the Kansas Highway Patrol for their assistance in this matter.