Glasgow, Kentucky – A Barren County grand jury has indicted a Georgia man on multiple charges following a police pursuit that ended with his arrest. George Middlebrooks, 43, was apprehended by authorities after attempting to evade officers in a vehicle and subsequently on foot.
During the chase, police discovered Middlebrooks in possession of a small quantity of marijuana along with a significant amount of cash. A subsequent search of his residence on Lexington Drive yielded a range of controlled substances, including crystal methamphetamine, marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, and prescription medications. The drugs were reportedly packaged in a way indicative of trafficking.
The grand jury’s indictment includes serious offenses, such as first-degree trafficking in methamphetamine for more than 2 grams—his first offense. Additionally, Middlebrooks faces charges for two counts of third-degree fleeing or evading police, tampering with physical evidence, and operating a vehicle with a suspended or revoked license. He is also charged with wanton endangerment, reckless driving, and failure to obey a stop sign.
Middlebrooks is set to appear in circuit court on July 28 at 1 p.m. Both cases against him include a cash bond of $5,000. Authorities emphasized the ongoing issues related to drug trafficking in the region, which they attribute to rising concerns about public safety.
The Barren River Drug Task Force is continuing its efforts to combat drug-related crimes in the area, focusing on significant trafficking networks that jeopardize community safety and well-being.
This case serves as a reminder of the persistent challenges faced by law enforcement in addressing substance abuse and the illicit drug trade, a problem many communities across the nation grapple with.
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