THREE ARRESTED FOR METH, OTHER CHARGES BY LPD

Louisa Police Department

CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION

215 North Main Cross Louisa, KY  41230

Phone: (606) 638-4058  Fax: (606)638-1102

( December 30, 2018 8:53am ) LOUISA, KY. — Three suspects were arrested after a traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle that was similar to the description of one involved in a separate case officers were investigating. During the course of the stop it was discovered that the 3 occupants had warrants for their arrest and the driver was determined to be under the influence of intoxicating substances. During the course of the investigation approximately 2.1 ounces of Crystal Methamphetamine was located, along with Suboxone and various items of Drug Paraphernalia. The case is still under investigation and additional charges may follow. 

Title of Investigation: Traffic stop drug bust

Location: Madison Street

Date of Offense:  12/29/18     Time of Offense:  9:34pm

Investigating Officer: Sgt. Steven Wilburn    Other Officer/Agency:  Deputy Dewayne Bowen, Lawrence Co. Sheriff Office

Arrest Data:

1)Name: Tyler L. Branham    Age:  35             Address:  Louisa     Charges: Possession Cont. substance 1st degree 3rd offense-Meth, Posses drug paraphernalia. Also served with a Warren County Bench Warrant     Lodged:  Big Sandy Regional Detention Center
2)Name: Stephanie J. Hill   Age: 33                    Address: Louisa Charges: Possession Cont. Substance 1st deg 1st off-Meth, Possession Cont. Substance 2nd degree, Posses Drug Paraphernlaia. Also Served Pike Co. Bench warrant Lodged: Big Sandy Regional Detention Center
3)Name: Johnny L. Skaggs Age: 27                 Address: Louisa    Charges: One headlight, Fail to wear Seatbelt, License to be in possession, Fail to produce insurance card, DUI 1st offense, Posses Cont. substance 1st –Meth, Posses cont. Substance 2nd degree, Posses Drug Paraphernalia. Also Served Fugitive Warrant from Ohio.                                                    Lodged: Big Sandy Regional Detention Center