There have been three arrests following an ongoing investigation in Nowata.

A traffic stop led to the arrest of Quinton Ballard. Ballard was charged with seven counts of burglary II, one count of knowingly concealing stolen property, and one count of possession of controlled dangerous substances.

Two additional search warrants were conducted. One in the 700 Block of South Hickory and the other in the 500 Block of East Fairview. Dale Wilkerson and Letisha McAfee have each been charged with possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, misdemeanor possession of CDS and drug paraphernalia, and knowingly concealing stolen property. Additional search warrants are being sought and it is expected more arrests will be made.