Traffic stop leads to recovery of stolen trailer in Barton County

In the early morning hours of February 26, 2026, a stolen trailer was recovered following a coordinated effort between the Jasper County Sheriff's Office and Oronogo Police Department.

At approximately 4:58 a.m., Jasper County deputies were notified that a 20-foot homemade gooseneck-style trailer had been stolen. Jasper County deputies and Oronogo officers caught up to the vehicle near SW 80th Road and State Line Road in Barton County.

A felony traffic stop was conducted, and the driver, identified as Ryan Payne, 42, of Frontenac, Ks., along with passenger, Raymond Weaver, 34, of Arcadia Ks., were arrested and transported to the Jasper County Detention Center in Carthage.

Charges for Felony Stealing have been submitted to the Jasper County Prosecutors Office on both individuals

This case remains under investigation.