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3 arrested in Kansas drug investigation

Anita Jo Albano, Photo Courtesy Kansas Department of Corrections
Anita Jo Albano, Photo Courtesy Kan. Department of Corrections
Eric D Lipp, Photo Courtesy Kansas Department of Corrections
Eric D Lipp, photo -Kan. Department Corrections

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Riley County police say they’ve arrested three people in connection to an ongoing investigation into cocaine and methamphetamine distribution.

Police say they made the arrests on Tuesday and Wednesday in Manhattan. They seized nearly 54 grams of meth, nearly 5 grams of cocaine and 37 meth hydrochloride pills. About $2,000 in cash and a handgun were also confiscated.

Police say the drugs have a street value of approximately $7,000.

Eric D. Lipp (43) of 2108 Mikes Place Manhattan, Kansas was arrested for possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute, felon in possession of a firearm, criminal use of a weapon, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and interference with law enforcement. Lipp is currently being held at the Riley County Jail in lieu of a $70,000 bond.

Anita J. Albano (47) of 208 Riley Avenue Ogden, Kansas was arrested for possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine, unlawful use of a telecommunications device, and possession of a controlled substance. Albano is currently being held at the Riley County Jail in lieu of a $10,000 bond.

Catherine A. Hopkins (45) of 2108 Mikes Place Manhattan, Kansas was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Hopkins is currently confined at the Riley County Jail in lieu of a $5,000 bond.

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