Trafficking Arrest takes drugs off the streets of Clay County, Kentucky
MANCHESTER, KY (December 13, 2021) - Clay County Sheriff Patrick Robinson is reporting that on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at approximately 10:00 PM Clay County Sheriff Deputy Coty Arnold along with Deputy Jared Smith arrested Joshua Cornett, 36.
The arrest occurred when Deputy Arnold was providing extra patrol on North Highway 11 when he conducted a traffic stop for vehicle infractions.
Upon making contact with the driver, it was confirmed that the driver had a warrant for his arrest.
During the arrest, Deputies located a plastic baggie in his right pocket containing suspected Methamphetamine.
Also, Deputies located two 1 gallon zip lock bags containing Marijuana in a backpack.
Joshua Cornett (right) of Manchester, KY was charged with:
• Trafficking in a Controlled Substance 1st Degree (Methamphetamine)
• Trafficking in Marijuana (> 5lbs) 1st Offense
• Serving Bench Warrant for Court
This individual was lodged in the Clay County Detention Center.
The photos attached are courtesy of the Clay County Detention Center and Deputy Coty Arnold.
