Kentucky Man Arrested in Decatur Hotel Drug Bust After Joint Investigation
DECATUR, Ala. — A Kentucky man is facing serious drug charges after being arrested during a joint investigation led by the Decatur Police Department and the Madison County Sheriff’s Office.
Hotel Raid Leads to Arrest
On Thursday, September 18, narcotics units from both agencies executed a search warrant at a hotel near 6th Avenue NE and Wilson Street NE in Decatur.
Inside, investigators found Eric Wayne Melton, 53, of Kentucky. A search of the room uncovered approximately 7.5 ounces of methamphetamine along with drug paraphernalia.
Charges and Bond
Melton was arrested and booked into the Morgan County Jail. He has been charged with:
- Trafficking in illegal drugs
- Unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia
He is currently being held on a $5,300 bond.
Agencies Thanked for Collaboration
In a statement, the Decatur Police Department praised the Madison County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit for its role in the successful operation. The arrest highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in North Alabama and beyond.
The arrest of Eric Wayne Melton underscores how interagency collaboration is playing a key role in fighting the spread of methamphetamine across state lines. For more Kentucky and regional crime updates, follow ChicagoMusicGuide.com.