Keokuk Man Arrested on Felony Drug Charges

Narcotics Task Force charges 47-year-old with meth possession and intent to deliver

Apr. 2, 2026 at 3:40pm

The Lee County Narcotics Task Force has arrested 47-year-old Nathan Kull of Keokuk, Iowa on felony drug charges. Kull is accused of possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver less than 5 grams of methamphetamine, a Class C felony.

Why it matters

This arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into alleged drug distribution in the Lee County area, highlighting the efforts of local law enforcement to combat the ongoing opioid crisis and methamphetamine trafficking that has impacted many Midwest communities.

The details

Authorities say the arrest of Nathan Kull was carried out by the Lee County Narcotics Task Force, with assistance from the Keokuk Police Department. Kull is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

  • The arrest occurred on April 2, 2026.

The players

Lee County Narcotics Task Force

A multi-jurisdictional law enforcement unit focused on investigating and disrupting drug trafficking operations in Lee County, Iowa.

Nathan Kull

A 47-year-old resident of Keokuk, Iowa who has been charged with felony drug offenses related to the possession and intent to distribute methamphetamine.

Keokuk Police Department

The local police force in Keokuk, Iowa that assisted the Lee County Narcotics Task Force in this arrest.

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What’s next

Kull will face a court hearing in the coming weeks where a judge will determine if he should be released on bail or held in custody pending trial.

The takeaway

This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat the methamphetamine crisis impacting many Midwest communities, with local task forces working to disrupt drug trafficking networks and hold dealers accountable.