Campbellsville, KY. (January 28, 2021) – A Kentucky State Police Trooper conducted a traffic stop on KY 210, 10 miles north of Campbellsville around 10:33a.m. for a traffic violation. During the stop the trooper determined the vehicle being driven by Casey D'Amore, 20 of Magnolia had a strong odor of Marijuana coming from inside. A Kentucky State Police K-9 was able to locate the presence of narcotics. The driver was arrested and charged with the following:
- Operating a Motor Vehicle under the Influence of Drugs
- Speeding
- No Brake Lights
- Operating on a Suspended Operators License
- Possession of Marijuana
- Trafficking in Marijuana less than 8 oz
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
A passenger identified as Scott Kuchera 21 of Campbellsville was also arrested and charged with the following:
- Trafficking in Marijuana less than 8 oz
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Both men were lodged in the Taylor County Detention Center.
Trooper Jamie Heller is investigating and was assisted by other members of the Kentucky State Police.