Martin City Chief of Police Kenny D. Stidham arrested Merlin O. Conn age 47 of Butler Branch, Printer, KY on Thursday evening January 14, 2021 at approximately 5:30PM. The arrest occurred in the City of Martin at Speedway after police were dispatched to a possible Intoxicated Male in the business. Upon arrival at the scene police located this individual. An investigation was conducted on this subject who was determined to be under the influence. This subject was charged with alcohol intoxication in a public place– controlled substances and was lodged in the Floyd County Detention Center.

Photo of accused attached is courtesy of Floyd County Detention Center.