(Columbia, KY) – On Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at approximately 11:25amCT, KSP Post 15 received information of a subject trafficking in marijuana at a residence located 6 miles east of Columbia on Harris Road. Upon arrival, Trooper Aron Jones, Trooper Levi Scott, Trooper Clint Bale and Adair County Deputy Chandler Staten noticed a strong odor of marijuana coming from the residence. Consent to search was given which resulted in units locating a large amount of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, firearms, and a large sum of cash.
Tpr. Jones arrested and charged 21-year-old Austin Mitchell of Columbia with Trafficking in Marijuana (8 oz to 5 lbs) 1st offense enhancement, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Mitchell was lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail.