Four Russell Springs residents and one Florida man were arrested yesterday in connection with an alleged marijuana cultivation and trafficking operation yesterday.
The individuals were identified as:
27-year-old Alejandro Hernandez of Russell Springs
52-year-old Jorge Bello of Lehigh Acres, Florida
52-year-old Ramon Cajigas of Russell Springs
49-year-old Ariadna Ramos Bello of Russell Springs
26-year-old Ariana Cajigas of Russell Springs
The five individuals are charged with cultivating marijuana – 5 plants or more and trafficking in marijuana – more than 5 pounds.
A spokesperson for Kentucky State Police said the arrests occurred after troopers discovered an indoor grow operation at a residence on Old Sano Road.
The individuals were arrested a little after 3 p.m. yesterday by Kentucky State Police and lodged in the Russell County Detention Center.
