Traffic stop leads to seizure of 238g meth

MARION, Ky. – A traffic stop Sunday night on Levias Road in Crittenden County led to the seizure of nearly half a pound of methamphetamine and the arrest of Jackie L. Jones on multiple drug charges.

Crittenden County Sheriff Evan Head stopped Jones’ vehicle about 11:05 p.m. Nov. 8. During the investigation, authorities reported finding approximately 238.3 grams of methamphetamine, prescription pain pills, marijuana, digital scales, plastic bags, drug paraphernalia and $760.11 in cash.

Jones was arrested and lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center. Charges include first-degree trafficking in a controlled substance, second or subsequent offense, involving more than 2 grams of methamphetamine; first-degree possession of a controlled substance involving opiates; possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; careless driving; possession of an open alcoholic beverage container in a motor vehicle; and failure to wear a seat belt.

Deputy Bolin assisted Head with the investigation.