Social Service Welfare Call Results In Felony Marijuana Arrest

Marijuana plants seized from a residence on Oak View Dr earlier today.

Edmonson Voice Staff Report:
A Smiths Grove woman is facing multiple drug related charges after the discovery of several marijuana plants growing in her yard today, according to the Edmonson County Sheriff's Office.

Deputies said they received a request from local social services for a welfare check at a residence on Oak View Drive, off of Upper Smiths Grove Road around 3pm today. The Sheriff's Office said they discovered two large marijuana plants growing in the yard at the residence. They also reported multiple plants outside in the back of the residence growing in the landscaping.

Brandi Brown, (38), Smiths Grove.

​Deputies then searched inside where they discovered more drug related items. The Sheriff's Office then arrested the resident, Brandi Brown, (38) of Smiths Grove and charged her with:

• Cultivating in marijuana-5 plants or more-first offense
• Trafficking in marijuana-less than 8oz-first offense
• Drug Paraphernalia-buy/possess
• Endangering the welfare of a minor