SOMERSET, KY - According to the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office, on Monday afternoon January 8, 2024, Sheriff Bobby Jones reported that on Thursday, December 21, 2023, a Bronston man was in custody following a traffic stop.
The incident began when Detectives with the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division were conducting interdiction in the Tateville area of Pulaski County.
While conducting surveillance, Detective Tan Hudson observed a Nissan Altima driving above the posted speed limit. Detective Hudson conducted a stop of the vehicle on Keno Road. Detective Trent Massey arrived on scene to assist with the stop.
Upon stopping the vehicle Detectives gained consent to search from the driver, identified as Shannon Wagner, age 47, of Bronston, KY.
During the search of the vehicle, Detectives located a bag containing 15.2 grams of suspected Methamphetamine and 10.6 grams of suspected Marijuana.
Shannon Wagner was arrested and charged with the following:
- Speeding 15 MPH over limit
- Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Degree 1st Offense (Methamphetamine)
- Possession of Marijuana
This individual was lodged in the Pulaski County Detention Center.
Photo of the accused is from the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office.
The case remains under investigation by Detective Trent Massey of the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division.
Sheriff Bobby Jones asks if you have any information about drug activity or any crime to contact our tip line at 606-679-8477. You can remain anonymous. You can also leave a tip on our webpage at PulaskiSheriff.com.