SALYERSVILLE — Kentucky State Police seized a half pound of suspected methamphetamine along with drug paraphernalia in a traffic stop in Salyersville.

Kentucky State Police troopers and Post 9’s Criminal Interdiction Unit conducted the traffic checkpoint April 25 and arrested two individuals from West Van Lear.

Nicholas Barnett, 36, and Tony Endicott, 58, face charges of trafficking controlled substance (methamphetamine) and possession of drug paraphernalia. Barnett also faces other traffic-related violations.

KSP Post 9 encourages residents to report drug tips to investigators by calling (606) 433-7711. Callers can remain anonymous.