SALYERSVILLE, Ky. (WMDJ) – Two Johnson County men were arrested after Kentucky State Police discovered illegal drugs during a safety checkpoint on April 25th in Salyersville.

Troopers seized approximately half-a-pound of suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. 

Nicholas Barnett, 36, of West Van Lear, and Tony Endicott, 58, of West Van Lear, were both arrested and lodged in the Big Sandy Regional Detention Center on charges of Trafficking Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and other traffic related violations.

Drug tips can be reported to investigators at Post 09 by calling (606) 433-7711.  Callers can remain anonymous.