(Beattyville, KY)  On Wednesday, January 25, 2012, the Kentucky State Police Richmond Post conducted a drug roundup in Lee County.  The 18 month investigation, which has focused on illegal narcotics sales in the area, is intended to limit the availability of drugs and to remove those individuals who sell them.  26 warrants were issued for various drug offenses.  Arrested individuals are;

(Beattyville, KY) Sunday December 25, 2011 Lee County Sheriffs Department responded to a residence on Union Road in Lee County due to a deceased male being found at the residence. The sheriff determined that additional assistance was needed and requested KSP be contacted.