Russell County Grand Jury Indicts 13 Individuals

Charges include drug trafficking, assault, and fleeing police

Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:13pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a small plastic bag containing white crystalline powder, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic through the use of harsh, direct flash lighting against a pitch-black background.A recent wave of drug-related indictments in Russell County underscores the need for a comprehensive approach to combating organized crime and addiction.Russell Springs Today

A Russell County Grand Jury has returned indictments against thirteen individuals from the Russell Springs and Campbellsville areas on a range of charges including drug trafficking, assault, and fleeing police.

Why it matters

The indictments highlight ongoing issues with drug crime and organized criminal activity in the region, as well as the need for law enforcement to address dangerous behavior that puts public safety at risk.

The details

The indictments include charges for Engaging in Organized Crime, Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Assault 2nd degree, Fleeing or Evading Police 1st degree, Wanton Endangerment 1st degree, Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Anabolic Steroids, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana, Driving Under the Influence, Reckless Driving, No Insurance, Bail Jumping 1st degree, and Persistent Felony Offender 1st degree.

  • The Russell County Grand Jury returned the indictments on March 30, 2026.

The players

Larin Stotts

A 42-year-old resident of Russell Springs indicted for Engaging in Organized Crime, Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Tampering with Physical Evidence, and Persistent Felony Offender 1st degree.

Shantale Kimbler

A 28-year-old resident of Russell Springs indicted for Engaging in Organized Crime, Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Tampering with Physical Evidence.

Jonathan Dickson

A 30-year-old resident of Campbellsville indicted for Fleeing or Evading Police 1st degree, Wanton Endangerment 1st degree, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Criminal Mischief 1st degree, Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Operating on a Suspended License, and Persistent Felony Offender 1st degree.

Shaun T. Mahoney

A 31-year-old resident of Shepherdsville indicted for Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Anabolic Steroids, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana, Driving Under the Influence, Reckless Driving and No Insurance.

Christopher D. Cape

A 41-year-old resident of Russell Springs indicted for Bail Jumping 1st degree and Persistent Felony Offender 1st degree.

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The takeaway

These indictments demonstrate the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in combating organized drug crime, violent behavior, and repeat offenders in the region. Addressing the root causes of these issues, such as addiction and lack of economic opportunity, will be crucial to improving public safety in the long term.