(From the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office)On 04/09/2026 members of the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, Galena Police Department, and the Kansas Bureau of Investigations conducted a narcotics search warrant at 602 E. 24th Street Galena, Kansas.
While executing the search warrant, evidence associated with manufacturing methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and stolen property was seized from the residence.
Several individuals were taken into custody while serving the Search Warrant. They are Danny Watkins (41) of Galena KS, (top photo) Doug Ashley (58) of Galena KS (next to last photo),Kevin Poindexter (51) of Joplin MO (left) and Stanley Watkins (49) of Joplin MO (bottom photo).
This case remains an open investigation and additional arrests and charges are expected.
This is Cherokee County’s third clandestine laboratory seized in 2026. Additionally Cherokee County Detectives have served eight narcotic search warrants in the last month.
These investigations along with others are the result of a committed response to being proactive against criminal activity.
We ask the citizens of our community to remain vigilant and report any suspicious behaviors. We encourage anybody with concerns about illegal drug activity to contact the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office at (620) 429-3992. Tips can also be made through our website or the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office App, which is available on the App Store.
All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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