On May 23rd at approximately 5:00pm, Detectives and Deputies with the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on Olivet Church Rd. The vehicle was a 2012 Dodge passenger car driven by David T. Novetske of Salem, KY. and occupied by Timothy C. Figley of Kevil, KY.
During the investigation, it was discovered that both Novetske and Figley were in possession of approximately 12.5 grams of Crystal Methamphetamine, 160 grams of Marijuana, several THC vape cartridges, Methamphetamine smoking pipes, a large quantity of illegally possessed Gabapentin, and several other items related to Drug Paraphernalia.
Records indicate that Novetske has a D.U.I suspended operators license and is prohibited from operating a vehicle. Novetske also has an extensive criminal history involving Methamphetamine and trafficking in controlled substances.
Novetske and Figley were both arrested and lodged at the McCracken County Regional Jail.
Arrested: David T. Novetske, 40 of Salem, KY 42078
Charges:
- No Registration Plates
- No Insurance
- Operating on DUI Suspended License
- Traff. In Cont. Sub. 1st Deg, 2nd or > Offense (> or = 2grams Methamphetamine)
- Traff. In Marijuana
- Illegal Possession of a Legend Drug
- Prescription not in Proper Container
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Arrested: Timothy C. Figley, 19 of Kevil, KY 42053
Charges:
- Traff. In Cont. Sub. 1st Deg, 1st Offense (> or = 2grams Methamphetamine)
- Traff. In Marijuana
- Illegal Possession of a Legend Drug
- Prescription not in Proper Container
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
