Pulaski County Sheriff Bobby Jones reports the arrest of a Science Hill man on Friday,
August 30, 2024 at 1:32 AM on KY 80.

At approximately 12:43 AM on August 30, 2024, Deputy Noah Wesley, saw
a Gray Ford Flex going east on West Highway 80. He saw that the license plate on
the vehicle was expired. Deputy Wesley stopped the vehicle being driven by a
female.

Through investigation, approximately 17.9 grams of suspected methamphetamine

were located, along with a set of digital scales, and some cash.

It was determined through investigation that the illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia

belonged to a passenger in the vehicle, identified as Kenny D. Braden, age 47, from

Science Hill, KY.

Braden was arrested and charged with Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 1st Degree, 1st Offense – (greater than 2 grams of Methamphetamine) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (scales).

Braden was arrested and transported to the Pulaski County Detention Center where he remains lodged as of this press release.

Sheriff Bobby Jones asks if you have any information about this crime or any other crime or suspected drug activity to contact our tip line at 606-679-8477.

You can also leave a tip on our webpage at http://www.pulaskisheriff.com. You can remain anonymous by texting PCSOTIP to 847411, or by using our mobile app on both Google Play

and the App Store.