Russell Springs Police Arrest Bradfordsville Man on Drug, DUI Charges

August 23, 2026 WJRS Staff WJRS News

A Bradfordsville man was arrested on DUI and drug charges late Saturday night by Russell Springs Police.

According to police reports, Officer Kendall Catron arrested 60-year-old Jeff Cheatham on charges of DUI, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and improper equipment.

Cheatham was lodged in the Russell County Detention Center.

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