Party Complaint Leads to Drug Arrest: Ames Police Blotter

Ryan Morrow, 19, of Gilbert, was charged with possession of marijuana with intent to deliver and sponsoring a gathering where controlled substances are used after someone complained about a loud party in an apartment complex at Maricopa Drive, according to criminal complaints.

When police arrived they heard loud music and yelling and could detect the smell of both burnt and raw marijuana coming from the apartment when the resident responded, according to complaints. Open cans of beer were seen as well, complaints said.

Officers also found marijuana in a jar inside the unit, along with a glass bong, rolling papers and a scale, complaints said. More than 33 grams of marijuana was seized and Morrow told police it was his, according to complaints.

The possession with intent to deliver marijuana charge is a Class D felony, punishable by up to five years in prison, and the sponsoring a gathering where controlled substances are used is a serious misdemeanor. Morrow was also charged with consumption of alcohol by a minor and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Morrow was released from the Story County Jail after posting a bond Tuesday, according to court records available online. He could not be reached for comment.

The below information was provided by the Ames Police Department. An arrest doesn't indicate a conviction. To see other charges search for police blotter.

Jan. 5

Nicholas Bennett, 21, Ellsworth, was charged with fifth-degree theft, shoplifting at 6:50 p.m.

Paula Jacobson, 20, Windsor Court, was charged with drug possession/delivery of marijuana at 3:17 a.m.

Ryan Morrow, 19, Gilbert, was charged with possession with intent to deliver marijuana, sponsoring a gathering where controlled substances are used, consumption of alcohol by a minor and possession of drug paraphernalia at 3:17 a.m.

Jan. 6

Jardian Holder, 23, Grand Avenue, was charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia at 2:17 a.m.

Richard Johnson-Deridder, 29, Tripp Street, was charged with a probation violation at 1:15 a.m.

Stephen Johnson, 58, Story City, was charged with operating while intoxicated, first offense; and turning from improper lane at 12:26 a.m.

Jasen Torres, 25, S. Duff Ave., was charged with possession of a controlled substance at 2:14 a.m.

Jan. 7

Matthew Plants, 19, Torrey Pines Road, was charged with disorderly conduct, at 2:52 a.m.