A Casey County man is facing drug charges following a traffic stop Wednesday morning, about 7 miles North of Liberty on KY 49.

Constable Ralph Mondie initiated the stop on a 2019 Harley Davidson, operated by 46 year old Mark A. Wethington, of Liberty, due to no license plate.

A search led to the discovery of a baggie, containing Methamphetamine, in Mr. Wethington’s watch pocket.

He is charged with No Registration Plates, No Insurance, No Motorcycle Operator’s License, & Possession of Methamphetamine. Wethington was lodged in the Casey County Jail.

Casey County Sheriff Chad Weddle was assisted by Constable Ralph Mondie, & Liberty Police Chief Steven Garrett.