LONDON, KY - Laurel County Sheriff John Root is reporting that: Laurel Sheriff's Deputy Tommy Houston arrested Richard Henry Ehlers, JR age 48 of Hensley Road, East Bernstadt on Sunday afternoon June 11, 2023 at approximately 1:01 PM.
The arrest occurred on KY 1394 approximately 6 miles north of London after Deputy Houston observed a white Ford F-250 pickup fail to come to a complete stop at an intersection and the vehicle was observed with only one tail light.
Deputy Houston conducted a traffic stop and during the resulting investigation found the driver in possession of suspected Methamphetamine, pills, and a suspected Meth pipe.
During the investigation this individual attempted to hide the drugs and pipe.
Richard Henry Ehlers, JR was charged with:
- Possession of a controlled substance – first-degree – first offense – Methamphetamine
- Possession of a controlled substance – third-degree
- Illegal possession of a legend drug
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
- Resisting arrest
- Tampering with physical evidence
This individual was lodged in the Laurel County Correctional Center.
Photo of accused attached is courtesy of Laurel County Correctional Center.
Assisting at the scene of the arrest and investigation were: Laurel Sheriff's Deputy Allen Turner, London City Police Officer Dylan Messer and London Police Officer Brent France.
