MANCHESTER, KY (December 9, 2021) - The Clay County Sheriff's Office is reporting that on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at approximately 4:00 P.M. Clay County Sheriff Patrick Robinson, Deputy Dewey Grubb and Sheriff Detective Jeff Kelsey arrested Quinton Metcalf, 35 of North Highway 421.
The arrest occurred on Highway 1482 when Sheriff Robinson and units received information on the above mentioned subject at a residence off of Highway 1482.
Upon arrival, the above mentioned subject took off on foot when he witnessed law enforcement personnel.
During the foot pursuit the subject pulled a firearm out from his holster but did not brandish it toward officers.
After a lengthily foot pursuit the subject was apprehended and placed under arrest without further incident.
During the search the subject was found to be in possession U.S Currency along with Methamphetamine and other contraband.
The arrested subject was being sought by law enforcement for:
- Absconding parole
Quinton Metcalf (right) was charged with:
- Serving Parole Violation Warrant
- Trafficking In a Controlled Substance 1st Degree 1st Offense (> = 2 GMS Methamphetamine)
- Possession of a Handgun by a Convicted Felon
- Fleeing or Evading Police (On Foot) 1st Degree
According to a statement in this report, more charges are pending.
This individual was lodged in the Clay County Detention Center.
The photo of accused attached is courtesy of the Clay County Detention Center.
Contraband photos from the Clay County Sheriff's Office.
Assisting at the scene was units with the Manchester City Police and Kentucky State Police.
