California man arrested on drug charges in Laurel Co.

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky (WTVQ)- Laurel County deputies say that they have arrested a man from California for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia Monday afternoon.

Deputies say that they stopped 47-year-old Mark Hatch driving a car on I-75 about 3 miles north of London that was weaving on the roadway. They say that after approaching Hatch they noticed the smell of marijuana coming from the car.

Deputies say that after investigating, the driver seemed to be under the influence. Upon further inspection, deputies found a THC vaporizer, over one pound of marijuana, and a large amount of US currency.

According to the department, Hatch was arrested on drug charges and DUI.