Drug charges filed against suspect

Joshua Gammill, 29, Baldwin City, made his first appearance in Douglas County Court on Wednesday afternoon. He’s charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of stolen property and driving with a suspended license.

Gammill was arrested Tuesday afternoon during a traffic stop on U.S. Highway 59 in Douglas County.

Authorities from the Lawrence Police Department and Douglas County Sheriff’s Department were on the scene for several hours.

Gammill’s bail was set at $5,000. His next court appearance is scheduled for May 27.