Two arrested for drugs after Knox County Ky search warrants executed

From the Knox County Ky Sheriff's Department -

On Friday, February 28, 2020 Knox County Deputies executed a search warrant at a residence on Johnson Hollow Road in Gray. When the deputies arrived, a man staying in a tent behind the house trailer fled into the woods on an ATV. The man was wearing a Camouflage Gilley Suit and was armed with a long gun.

During the execution of the search warrant, over three (3) ounces of Crystal Methamphetamine, a handgun and a rifle were found inside the tent. Several Suboxone tablets, syringes and a digital scales were located inside the trailer.

Deputy Sam Mullins arrested Laura Hammons age 28 of Gray, KY charging her with Trafficking in Controlled Substance-1st Degree, Possession of Controlled Substance-2ndDegree and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Deputy Mullins also arrested Jade C Carroll age 21 of Corbin, KY charging her with Possession of Controlled Substance-1st Degree.

Laura Hammons and Jade Carroll were lodged in the Knox County Detention Center.

The investigation is continuing by Deputy Mullins and another arrest is expected.