According to Sheriff Greg Speck, a Somerset man was arrested at approximately 4 am Monday morning, August 17, 2020 for trafficking in methamphetamine.

Deputy Tan Hudson observed a green 1998 Dodge pickup truck driving carelessly on Highway 27 in Somerset, Kentucky. Deputy Hudson activated his emergency equipment and conducted a traffic stop.

He made contact with the driver, Jordy Phelps, and a front seat passenger, Danny Cook, age 40 of Izzies Street, Somerset, Kentucky.

After obtaining consent from the driver to search the vehicle, the Deputy discovered a baggie containing 16 grams of suspected methamphetamine on the passenger side of the pickup truck. A set of digital scales was also located during the search of the vehicle. Danny Cook told Deputy Hudson that the drugs and scales belonged to him.

Mr. Cook was placed under arrest and charged with:

1. Trafficking in Controlled Substance, 1st Degree, 1st Offense (>or =2grams of Methamphetamine). 2. Drug Paraphernalia-Buy/Possess

Danny Cook was transported to the Pulaski County Detention Center without incident.

Deputies Marcus Harrison and Trent Massey assisted at the scene. The investigation continues by Deputy Hudson of the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office.