Five Arrested After KSP Seizes More Than Two Pounds of Suspected Methamphetamine and Fentanyl in Pike County
According to the Kentucky State Police, five individuals were arrested following a drug investigation that resulted in the seizure of a large quantity of suspected methamphetamine and fentanyl during a traffic stop in the Belfry community of Pike County.
Kentucky State Police Post 9 announced that on June 25, 2026, troopers and detectives with the KSP Street Level Drug Unit conducted a traffic stop involving two vehicles believed to be traveling together after investigators developed information indicating the occupants were transporting illegal drugs into Pike County.
One vehicle was occupied by Howard Burris, Carnell Archery, and Zavion McCallister, all of Akron, Ohio. The second vehicle was occupied by Isaac Chapman and Caitlin Griffith, both of Pikeville.
Both vehicles were towed to a secure location where detectives conducted a follow-up search. During the investigation, troopers located suspected illegal drugs concealed inside the driver and passenger side door frames of the vehicle operated by Chapman.
Investigators reported seizing approximately 2 pounds, 7 ounces of suspected methamphetamine and approximately 2.5 ounces of suspected fentanyl.
Individuals Charged
Howard Burris, 20, of Ohio
- Operating Motor Vehicle Under the Influence, 1st Degree
- Possession of Marijuana
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 1st Offense (Methamphetamine)
- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance (Fentanyl)
- Additional traffic-related violations
Carnell Archery, 24, of Ohio
- Public Intoxication
- Possession of Marijuana
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 1st Offense (Methamphetamine)
- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance (Fentanyl)
- Failure to Wear Seatbelt
Zavion McCallister, 23, of Ohio
- Public Intoxication
- Possession of Marijuana
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 1st Offense (Methamphetamine)
- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance (Fentanyl)
Isaac Chapman, 28, of Pikeville
- Operating Motor Vehicle Under the Influence, 1st Degree
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 1st Offense (Methamphetamine)
- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance (Fentanyl)
- Additional traffic-related violations
Caitlin Griffith, 27, of Pikeville
- Possession of Marijuana
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 1st Offense (Methamphetamine)
- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance (Fentanyl)
According to Kentucky State Police, all five individuals were lodged in the Pike County Detention Center following their arrests.
Anyone with information regarding illegal drug activity is encouraged to contact Kentucky State Police Post 9 at (606) 433-7711. Callers may remain anonymous.
Source: Kentucky State Police Post 9.
Disclaimer: Criminal charges are allegations. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
