09/16/2020:
A traffic stop on Tuesday morning (09/15) led to the arrest of two Christian County residents for weapons charges and seizure of a firearm.
According to a CCSO arrest report, Deputy John Quarles stopped the vehicle at 16th and Main Street in Hopkinsville at around 10:30 am for a broken taillight. When Deputy Quarles approached the vehicle, he observed the female driver trying to hide something in her waistband. It was soon determined that she was trying to conceal a handgun. Further investigation revealed both occupants of the vehicle were convicted felons.
Deputy Quarles arrested the driver, 47-year old Tabitha Ann Jones of Oak Grove, KY, and charged her with:
- No Brake Lights
- Tampering With Physical Evidence
- Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
The passenger, 31-year old Jorge Morales of Hopkinsville was also arrested and charged with:
- Tampering With Physical Evidence
- Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
Both suspects were transported to the Christian County Jail.
