Weapons, drugs, and animals taken in search by Stafford County Sheriff’s Department; two arrests made

Weapons, ammunition, drugs, even animals were confiscated by the Stafford’s County Sheriff’s Department in a search warrant seizure during which two suspects were arrested last week in Stafford County. Courtesy photo

By Jennifer Stultz
Tri-County Tribune Editor
jstultz@cherryroad.com

The Stafford County Kansas Sheriff’s Office initiated a search warrant on March 28, 2025 at 117 N Spickard Avenue in Macksville, Kansas which resulted in a recovery of stolen firearms, drugs, and multiple animals.

The entry and search was conducted by the Sheriff’s Office with the assistance of the Macksville Police Department, St. John, Kansas Police Department, Stafford Police Department, Stafford K9 Unit, Kansas Highway Patrol, KHP K9 Unit, Kansas Wildlife & Parks and Stafford County Communications Tactical Unit.

In the course of the entry, two individuals were taken into custody, Jeremy Luce (age 47) and Desiree Parks (age 37).

During the search Law Enforcement recovered: firearms, ammunition, explosives, crossbows, methamphetamine, fentanyl, marijuana, drug paraphernalia, electronic devices, 17 dogs, 3 pigs, 2 pythons, and a salamander from inside the home.

Both individuals were transported to Barton County Jail with the following charges:

Luce –

Charge 1 – Possession of Methamphetamine

Charge 2 – Possession of Paraphernalia

Charge 3 – Felon in Possession of Firearm

Charge 4 – Child Endangerment

Charge 5 – Animal Abuse

Charge 6 – Possession of Explosives

Charge 7 – Identity Theft

Charge 8 – Distribution of Stimulants within 1000 feet of a school

Charge 9 – Possession of Marijuana

His bond is set at $200,000

Parks –

Charge 1 – Possession of Methamphetamine

Charge 2 – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Charge 3 – Child Endangerment

Charge 4 – Animal Abuse

Charge 5 – Identity Theft

Charge 6 – Distribution of Stimulants within 1000 feet of a school

Charge 7 – Possession of Marijuana

Her bond is set at $150,000

“We would like to thank numerous citizens of Stafford County for their help in handling, transporting and housing the animals taken from the residence,” said a spokesperson from the Stafford County Sheriff’s Department. “All citizens of Stafford County should take pride in the diligent efforts demonstrated during this operation. The professionalism and commitment displayed by all involved not only highlight the strength of our community but also underscore our shared responsibility in ensuring safety and welfare. Together, we have made a significant impact.”

The sheriff’s department requests that anyone with additional information regarding this ongoing case or other related incidents contact Stafford County Communications at 620-549-3247.

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