SOMERSET, KY — Pulaski County Sheriff Bobby Jones reports the arrest of a Science Hill man on Friday, August 30, 2024, at 1:32 AM on KY 80.
At approximately 12:43 AM on August 30, 2024, Deputy Noah Wesley, saw a Gray Ford Flex going east on West Highway 80. He saw that the license plate on the vehicle was expired. Deputy Wesley stopped the vehicle being driven by a female.
Through investigation, approximately 17.9 grams of suspected methamphetamine were located, along with a set of digital scales, and some cash.
Seized during the traffic stop (Pulaski County Sheriff's Office)
It was determined through investigation that the illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia belonged to a passenger in the vehicle, identified as Kenny D. Braden, age 47, from Science Hill, KY. Braden was arrested and transported to the Pulaski County Detention Center.
Kenny D. Braden was charged with:
- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 1st Degree, 1st Offense – (greater than 2 grams of Methamphetamine)
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (scales)
This individual was lodged in the Pulaski County Detention Center, where he remains as of the publishing of this press release.
Sheriff Bobby Jones asks if you have any information about this crime or any other crime or suspected drug activity to contact our tip line at 606-679-8477. You can also leave a tip on our webpage at PulaskiSheriff.com. You can remain anonymous by texting PCSOTIP to 847411, or by using our mobile app on both Google Play and the App Store.
Deputy Jeff Hancock
606-678-5145
