Lamar Police Make Arrest, Take Drugs Off the Streets

Elijah Sena

MEDIA RELEASE

On Tuesday, November 1, 2016, officers received information about illegal drug activity in the 100 block of North 5^th Street.  After investigation, officers obtained a search warrant for the residence, located at 101 North 5^th Street.

Officers conducted the search warrant and located approximately 61 grams of methamphetamine, 22 grams of cocaine, 5 grams of heroin, morphine pills, and psychedelic mushrooms.

Elijah Sena, 33, of Lamar was taken into custody for multiple charges of unlawful distribution of controlled substances. He was additionally arrested for resisting arrest, obstructing a peace officer and child abuse.

Mr. Sena is being held on $200,000 cash only bond.  Every person is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Additional arrests are expected in the case.

The women and men of the Lamar Police Department would like to thank the individuals who provided the information which assisted in the case.

People with information relating to illegal narcotics activity are encouraged to call Prowers County Dispatch at 719-336-3977 or the Tips line at 719-336-1435.