Two Men Arrested After Warrant Served at Lyon County Home

Caleb Wellborn and Michael Reed face charges after search uncovers drugs and paraphernalia

Mar. 23, 2026 at 4:35pm

Two men were arrested in Lyon County, Kentucky after a warrant was served at a home in Saratoga. Caleb Wellborn, 30, of Eddyville was arrested on an outstanding bench warrant, while Michael Reed, 47, of Calvert City was found to be violating parole by associating with a convicted felon. A search of a vehicle at the residence uncovered marijuana, methamphetamine, and drug paraphernalia, leading to additional charges for Reed.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to address drug-related crimes and parole violations in the region. The arrests of Wellborn and Reed could help disrupt local drug trafficking networks and serve as a deterrent for others considering similar illegal activities.

The details

According to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a residence in Saratoga around 5:50 pm on March 15th. At the home, they recognized Michael Reed, who was on parole for previous meth trafficking charges in Lyon County. Probation and Parole officers were called, and a search of a vehicle at the residence uncovered marijuana, methamphetamine, and drug paraphernalia. Reed was then taken into custody and charged with first-degree possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

  • On March 15, 2026, deputies responded to a residence in Saratoga around 5:50 pm.
  • Caleb Wellborn was arrested on an outstanding bench warrant for failure to appear.

The players

Caleb Wellborn

A 30-year-old man from Eddyville, Kentucky who was arrested on an outstanding bench warrant.

Michael Reed

A 47-year-old man from Calvert City, Kentucky who was on parole for previous meth trafficking charges in Lyon County.

Brent White

The Lyon County Sheriff who recognized Michael Reed at the residence.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether to revoke Michael Reed's parole and set new bail conditions for Caleb Wellborn.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in combating drug-related crimes and parole violations in the region. The arrests of Wellborn and Reed demonstrate the importance of close coordination between local police and state probation/parole authorities to hold offenders accountable and protect public safety.