JACKSON COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on felony charges.

Just after 10:30 p.m. Friday, a Jackson County Sheriff’s Deputy stopped Jordan Lee Thornton, 30, Oskaloosa, for a traffic violation near 126th Road and US Hwy 75 near Hoyt, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

The deputy soon discovered the 2012 Toyota Prius had been stolen from a Topeka car dealership.

The deputy arrested Thornton for felony possession of stolen property, interference with law enforcement, possession of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia and driving while suspended. Thornton remains in custody in the Jackson County Jail.