Law enforcement conduct drug trafficking arrests in Alabama and Kentucky

Law enforcement agencies in Alabama and Kentucky conducted separate narcotics investigations resulting in drug seizures and arrests.

In Kilpatrick, Alabama, the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office seized over four kilograms of tramadol, U.S. currency, and false identification documents during a search of a residence. Porfirio Ambrocio-Diaz, 41, was arrested and faces charges of drug trafficking, forgery, and illegal possession of prescription drugs. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security placed an immigration detainer on Ambrocio-Diaz. A subsequent search at Barrera Supermarket also yielded currency and documents.

In McCracken County, Kentucky, deputies executed a search warrant at a Paducah property following a three-month investigation into methamphetamine trafficking. Authorities seized approximately 59 grams of suspected methamphetamine, marijuana, hydrocodone, and drug paraphernalia. Ricky D. Collins, 59, was arrested for second-offense methamphetamine trafficking and other possession charges. Kellie Sims, 51, was also arrested for possession of methamphetamine and an outstanding warrant.