Detectives with the Riley County Police Department Special Investigations Unit made an arrest related to the possession and distribution of illegal narcotics on October 21, 2015 at approximately 2:40 PM. This arrest stemmed from an investigation that led to a search warrant which was executed at 10919 Lakeside Drive in Riley County.
Jason Ludecke, 37, of Manhattan was arrested for the offenses of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of amphetamine/dextroamphetamine, possession of diazepam, possession of alprazolam, possession of acetaminophen propoxyphene, possession of vyvanse, possession of lorazepam, possession of carisoprodol, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia (felony), and possession of drug paraphernalia (misdemeanor). Ludecke was also arrested on the offenses of criminal possession of a firearm and defacing a firearm. He was given a bond of $60,000.00 and at the time of this press release he was confined at the Riley County Jail.
Investigations into the illegal distribution of narcotics in Riley County are ongoing and police ask that anyone with information or tips on area drug related crime contact the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Crime Stoppers can be reached at 785-539-7777 or via the free iOS and Android “TipSubmit” mobile app. Use of the crime stoppers service allows tipsters to remain completely anonymous and potentially qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000.00.
