Credit: Jackson County Sheriff's Office

(KNZA)--Two men from Warsaw, Missouri, were arrested Monday evening following a traffic stop in Jackson County. 

Sheriff Tim Morse reported that just before 9:30 p.m., a deputy stopped a Chevy Cruze on U.S. 75 Highway near 134th Road. Deputies say illegal contraband was found inside the vehicle. 

The driver, 49-year-old Jason Green, faces multiple charges, including possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, transporting an open container, driving while license suspended, improper driving, and failure to provide proof of insurance. 

The passenger, 45-year-old Shannen Price, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, transporting an open container, and criminal use of weapons.
Both men were booked into the Jackson County Jail. 
Authorities say the investigation is ongoing.