Search warrant leads to arrest and drugs off the street

On February 13, 2024, at approximately 1:35 PM, the Miami County Sheriff's Office executed a search warrant in the 600 block of W. Wea Street in Paola, Kansas. The warrant was issued as part of an ongoing investigation related to two cases from late 2024 and early 2025. A burglary investigation and a theft investigation.

During the search, deputies located a male subject hiding inside the residence. He was identified as Brandon Standley, 36, of Paola, KS, who had an active felony warrant. Standley was taken into custody without incident.

A search of the residence resulted in the discovery of stolen property listed on the search warrant, marijuana, and methamphetamine. Additional charges are being submitted to the Miami County Attorney's Office for review. Deputies are working with the victim to return the stolen property.

There were no injuries reported during the operation. The Miami County Sheriff's Office extends its gratitude to the Paola Police Department for providing animal control equipment and to Miami County EMS for being on standby during the execution of the warrant.

This investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the TIPS Hotline at 816-474-TIPS.

-Courtesy Miami County Sherriff's Office