On Tuesday at 9:00 A.M., Kentucky State Police Post 3 Bowling Green  Master Trooper Terry Alexander initiated a traffic stop on I-65 near Oakland, KY.  During the course of the traffic stop, approximately 70 grams of processed marijuana, and a stolen handgun were located.

The driver of the 2005 Chevrolet Impala, Rickshard Collins (21) of Bowling Green, was arrested on multiple charges including: Speeding 16 MPH over, Operating on a Suspended License, Excessive window tinting, failure to produce insurance card, DUI 1st, Carrying Concealed Weapon, Possession of Marijuana, Trafficking in Marijuana less than 8 oz., Receiving Stolen Property (Firearm).

Collins was lodged in the Warren County Regional Jail.  Master Trooper Alexander was assisted by Trooper Brett Coomes and Trooper Barry Eaton (K-9)