Bates County Sheriffs Office Tactical team assists in drug bust in Eldorado Springs

Brittney M. Trussell

On December 29, 2016, officers of the El Dorado Springs Police Department assisted by the Bates County Sheriff's Tactical Team and the Cedar County Sheriff's Office served a search warrant at 200 McCrary Circle, apartment 23, after officers received information of illegal drug activity and the presence of an armed fugitive. 

Joseph (Gabe) McMannis

Illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, and a firearm were located. Approximately 17 grams of a white crystal substance, that field tested positive for methamphetamine, was seized from the apartment.

The investigation resulted in the arrest of Joseph (Gabe) McMannis, 36, of El Dorado Springs, on three felony warrants for Probation Violations on the original charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance with no bond, Possess W/Intent to Dist/Del/Manf/Produce A Controlled Substance with no bond, and Possess W/Intent to Dist/Del/Manf/Produce A Controlled Substance with a $100,000.00 cash or surety bond. McMannis was transferred to the Cedar County Jail pending bond and court appearance.

Also arrested was Brittney M. Trussell, 25, of El Dorado Springs, charging her with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. She was release on summons. Additional charges are expected in this case.

Items seized