Meth Trafficking arrest / Driver of vehicle exhibiting suspicious behavior found with a Juvenile passenger, Cash & Scales https://www.clayconews.com/news/16946-meth-trafficking-arrest-driver-of-vehicle-exhibiting-suspicious-behavior-found-with-a-juvenile-passenger-cash-scales
The arrest occurred on Dog Branch School Road, approximately 1/10 mile west of London while deputies were in the area conducting an unrelated investigation when they observed a black Honda Civic exhibiting suspicious behavior.
A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was determined to have an outstanding probation violation warrant. In addition, this subject was found in possession of a large quantity of cash and a set of digital scales.
Deputies noted a juvenile passenger in the vehicle.
The driver was arrested and while being processed at the detention center was found in possession of a large amount of suspected Methamphetamine.
Maylassia Elizabeth Wade was charged with:
- Trafficking in a controlled substance – first-degree – first offense – Methamphetamine
- Possession of Drug paraphernalia
- Promoting contraband – first-degree
- Endangering the welfare of a minor
- Probation violation for a felony offense from Gallatin County Circuit Court on charges of:
1. Possession of a controlled substance – first-degree – first offense – Methamphetamine
2. Possession of Drug paraphernalia
3. Possession of Marijuana
This individual was lodged in the Laurel County Correctional Center.
Photo of accused attached is courtesy of the Laurel County Correctional Center.
Also assisting on the investigation and arrest were: For the Laurel County Sheriff's office, 3rd shift Sgt. John Inman, Deputy Landry Collett, and Deputy Justin Taylor.
