Butler police make arrest, drugs found during search

On January 28, 2026 at approximately 7:22pm, a Butler Officer observed a H-Haul box truck fail to stop at a stop sign near the intersection of Fort Scott and Fran St. The Butler Officer conducted a traffic stop.

The driver was identified as Eric Cartwright and the passenger was identified as Kristen Eib. The driver and passenger both appeared nervous while speaking with the officer. Cartwright gave consent to search the vehicle.

A search of the U-Haul resulted in Officers locating multiple syringes, approximately 32.3 grams of methamphetamine, and a firearm.

Both Cartwright and Eib were taken into custody and transported to the Bates County jail where they were placed on a 24 hour hold.

The following day, warrants were issued. Both Cartwright and Eib received the following Charges:

Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Unlawful Use of a Weapon - Possess Weapon and a Felony Controlled Substance

Trafficking Drugs or Attempt - 1st Degree

Cartwright and Eib remain in custody at the Bates County jail, each with a bond amount of $100,000 Cash Only.