SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on drug allegations after a triffic stop.
Just after 11p.m. November 26, a K-9 Unit with the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on a black 2017 Chevrolet Impala for speeding in the 300 block of SE 29th Street, according to Deputy Abigail Christian. During the investigation, it was determined that the driver had a suspended driver’s license and a warrant for his arrest. Illegal narcotics, including cocaine, were also located.
Leo Rucker Jr., 40, of Topeka, was arrested and booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of Possession of an opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant, Possession of marijuana, Speeding; maximum limits, Driving while license suspended, Vehicle liability insurance; knowingly drive uninsured vehicle and Vehicles; operate vehicle without registration or with expired tag.