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Atlantic woman among 3 people arrested on drug charges

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March 7th, 2016 by Ric Hanson

The Cass County Sheriff’s Office reports a traffic stop Friday at Highway 83 and Marne Road northwest of the Atlantic city limits resulted in the arrest of three women on drug charges. 30-year old Amber Rae York of Omaha, 19-year old Selena Marie Hansen of Atlantic, and 31-year old Melanie Joy Bowers of Council Bluffs, each face a felony charge of Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Deliver, over 5 grams.

Selena Hansen (all photos from Cass County Sheriff's Office)

Selena Hansen (all photos from Cass County Sheriff’s Office)

During the investigation, nearly 68-grams of meth, a digital scale, and packaging materials were located in the vehicle, which was driven by Hansen. Hansen also faces a charge of Driving Under Suspension, while York faces an additional felony charge of Possession of Contraband in a Correctional Facility, and a simple misdemeanor Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, charge.

Amber York

Amber York

Melanie Bowers

Melanie Bowers

All three women were taken to the Cass County Jail where each was being held on $100,000 bond. Cass County K9 Mufasa assisted deputies at the scene. The Investigation is ongoing, and further charges may be pending.