KBI agents arrested Rooks County Sheriff, Randy Axelson, Friday afternoon  following an investigation of alleged methamphetamine distribution.

Axelson is currently held in the Ellis County Jail and his bond will be set at his first court appearance on, January 3rd 2012. Axelson has not been charged with a crime as of yet.

Agencies assisting in the investigation include the Rooks County Sheriff’s Office, Stockton Police Department, and Plainville Police Department.