On Sunday, August 22, 2021 at 9:04pmCT while on patrol, Deputy Tracy McCarol initiated a traffic stop on Texas Eastern Rd. Upon contact with the operator and his passenger, a roadside investigation was conducted due to suspected narcotics in the vehicle. A search of the auto was conducted and methamphetamine, marijuana and drug paraphernalia were located.

Arrested and lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail was Wayne Murrell, 42, of Russell Springs. Murrell was charged with possession of a controlled substance 1st degree (methamphetamine), possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

The passenger, Summer Hart, 43, of Russell Springs was cited for possession of marijuana.

The Sheriffs Office is continuing the investigation.