MANCHESTER, KY – According to a report from Clay County Sheriff Patrick Robinson, on June 18, 2025, Deputy Jordan Duncil and Deputy Sgt. Wes Brumley responded to a call regarding a male, identified as Donald Martin, allegedly selling drugs and possessing a firearm.
Upon arrival, Deputy Duncil met with Kentucky State Trooper Dennis, who inquired if Martin had any firearms in the residence. Martin provided a pistol located in a dresser beside the bed. After obtaining consent to search the home, Deputy Brumley and Trooper Dennis discovered two additional pistols and three long guns in a safe in the bedroom. Deputy Duncil was informed that Martin, a convicted felon, was prohibited from possessing firearms. Donald Martin, age 56, of Oneida, KY was subsequently arrested and transported to the Clay County Detention Center.
Donald Martin was charged with:
- POSSESSION OF HANDGUN BY CONVICTED FELON
- POSSESSION OF FIREARM BY CONVICTED FELON
Martin remains in custody at the Clay County Detention Center pending further legal proceedings.
Photo of the accused is courtesy of the Clay County Detention Center.
Photo of firearms provided by the Clay County Sheriff's Office.
