EASTERN, Ky. (WMDJ)— A Richmond woman is facing multiple charges after deputies say she was under the influence while waiting in a pickup line at a Floyd County elementary school.
According to the Floyd County Sheriff’s Department, deputies arrested 30-year-old Jessica Rocha on Wednesday while she was sitting in line at Duff Allen Central Elementary School.
Deputies say they approached Rocha’s vehicle to determine who she was there to pick up and reported noticing a strong odor coming from inside the car.
Investigators say three children were inside the vehicle at the time and that Rocha was waiting to pick up a fourth child.
When deputies asked Rocha to step out of the vehicle, they questioned her about recent marijuana use. According to the arrest citation, Rocha told deputies she had used marijuana earlier that morning.
Police say Rocha’s eyes appeared bloodshot and glossy during the encounter.
Deputies also reported finding a container inside the vehicle holding a green, plant-like substance believed to be marijuana.
Due to the circumstances, the Department for Community Based Services was contacted and took custody of the children.
Rocha was charged with operating a motor vehicle under the influence (first offense, aggravated circumstances), operating a vehicle on a suspended or revoked license, possession of marijuana, and first-degree wanton endangerment.





