On Friday, June 4, 2021 at 8:10pmCT, Adair County Deputy Kenny Perkins initiated a traffic stop on Melson Ridge Road approximately 15 miles south of Columbia. During the stop, it was found that 31-year-old Samantha Yates of Columbia, KY had an active Adair County warrant. During her arrest, methamphetamine and marijuana were discovered on her.
Melson was arrested and lodged in Adair County Regional Jail on the following charges:
- Possession of a Controlled Substance 1st degree (Methamphetamine)
- Possession of a Controlled Substance 2nd degree (Drug Unspecified)
- Possession of Marijuana and
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
The Sheriffs Office is continuing the investigation.
