Crime Stoppers tip leads to drug arrest

Police BeatSheriff’s Office press release

On Oct. 16, the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office received a Crime Stoppers tip in reference to narcotic activity taking place at a residence on Pinecrest in the Larue area. Henderson County Narcotics Investigator Kendell Wellman and Investigator Josh Rickman made contact with the owner of the property at the residence. That subject was identified as Brian Elmore. Investigators were advised by Elmore that he was smoking marijuana as they arrived at his residence. A search of the property which led to the discovery of marijuana, materials associated with the distribution of narcotics and a large amount of cash. Elmore was placed under arrest for possession of marijuana over two ounces under 4 ounces, a class A misdemeanor. Elmore is awaiting arraignment at this time.