Narcotics seized, Olive Hill woman charged

Lewis County Sheriff's deputies made the arrest after a patrol investigation.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A patrol investigation by Lewis County Sheriff's deputies led to the seizure of significant quantities of narcotics and the arrest of an Olive Hill woman, according to Lewis County Sheriff Johnny Bivens. Deputies Scottie Prater and Corey Harr were on patrol when they observed a vehicle parked in the driveway of a residence in Vanceburg, Kentucky.

Why it matters

This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts of local law enforcement to combat the narcotics trade in rural communities, which can have a significant impact on public safety and quality of life for residents.

The details

During the investigation, deputies discovered a large amount of suspected narcotics in the vehicle. The woman, identified as Glenna Gilliam, was arrested and charged with drug trafficking offenses.

  • The incident occurred on February 25, 2026.

The players

Lewis County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency responsible for the patrol investigation and arrest.

Glenna Gilliam

The Olive Hill woman who was arrested and charged with drug trafficking offenses.

Johnny Bivens

The Lewis County Sheriff who confirmed the details of the arrest and seizure.

Scottie Prater

A Lewis County Sheriff's deputy who was involved in the patrol investigation and arrest.

Corey Harr

A Lewis County Sheriff's deputy who was involved in the patrol investigation and arrest.

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What’s next

The case will now be prosecuted by the local district attorney's office.

The takeaway

This arrest demonstrates the ongoing efforts of local law enforcement to combat the narcotics trade in rural communities, which can have a significant impact on public safety and quality of life for residents.