Upcoming Events
Officers bust Upton meth lab
- Gibson crowned Miss LaRue County Fair
- KSP needs leads to solve officer's murder
- Federal suit filed in fatal shooting
- Thomas named Mother of the Year
- The family cow was an important part of local history
- Dr. Preston joins Hodgenville practice
- Thomas hired as new LCHS ag teacher
- Business evacuated after semi catches fire
An Upton man has been charged with trafficking in methamphetamine.
David R. Staples, 37, of Upton-Talley Road, was charged with manufacturing methamphetamine and complicity, trafficking in controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance (meth), possession of controlled substance, unspecified and possession of marijuana, after officers found a working meth lab at his home.
LaRue County Deputy Russell McCoy said he was requested to investigate by a probation and parole officer Monday night.
Staples was lodged in the LaRue County jail.
The sheriff’s office continues the investigation.
Add new comment
Read and share your thoughts on this story
Ad Gallery
Copyright © 2013
The LaRue County Herald is your source for local news, sports, events and information in LaRue County, KY, and the surrounding area.