A continuing investigation by the Russell County Sheriffs Department for Selling and Trafficking of Illegal Drugs in the Fairview/Fonthill area of Russell County has resulted in additional charges being placed on 51-year-old Torry Ryder of Russell Springs.

According to Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston, the investigation which led to a search warrant being executed, started on August 9, 2019 and resulted in Ryder being charged with Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 2nd degree, 1st offense (Pills), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Warrants executed on Wednesday, August 21, 2019 also charges Ryder with Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 1st degree, 2nd offense (Methamphetamine) and Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 2nd degree, 1st offense (Pills).

The investigation is still ongoing and further arrests are possible. Deputy Kenny Perkins is heading the investigation. 

Sheriff Polston reminds Russell County residents that if you suspect illegal drugs being sold in your neighborhood, to contact the Russell County Sheriffs Office Drug/Wanted Persons Tip-line at 270-343-8116. All callers will remain anonymous.