Multiple arrested in Cub Run during meth lab bust

CUB RUN, Ky. – Multiple people are facing charges after a search for a wanted man led to the discovery of an alleged methamphetamine lab in Hart County.

According to a uniform citation, the Greater Hardin County Narcotics Task Force, along with the Hart County Sheriff’s Office, responded Friday to a residence on Brigg Webb Road to attempt to find 46-year-old Joseph Mathis.

Authorities have previously stated Mathis was wanted for charges of first-degree rape, first-degree sexual abuse and persistent felony offender.

While on scene, authorities say they located an active methamphetamine lab, along with drug paraphernalia and a stolen firearm.

Authorities say three subjects were detained due to providing false information.

As a result, 44-year-old Precious Driver, 44-year-old Jessica Smith and 56-year-old David Smith, all of Cub Run, were arrested.

All three are charged with manufacturing methamphetamine, first offense, possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of meth precursor, first offense, drug paraphernalia – buy/possess and receiving stolen property (firearm). In addition, David Smith is charged with possession of a handgun by a convicted felon.

Driver was also charged on Kentucky warrants, authorities say.

In addition to the above three individuals, jail records indicate Mathis was apprehended and arrested.

He currently faces charges of second-degree escape, tampering with a prisoner monitoring device, second-degree criminal mischief and persistent felony offender II.

All four remain in the Hart County Jail.