McDowell County -- September 14 , 2026: A Marion man faces a new felony drug charge after being found by deputies who were attempting to serve other warrants at a nearby residence. Colby James Kelly, 33, of Marion, was arrested for felony possession of methamphetamine after deputies located him hiding in the woods.
On August 30, deputies were at a residence in or near Marion to serve outstanding warrants, a call came in from communications that a neighbor reported a suspicious male hiding in the woods near the home. Colby was foun in a wooded area nearby. After detaining him, methamphetamine was discovered, leading to the new felony charge.
Colby James Kelly of Marion with felony Possession of Methamphetamine. He received a secured bond of $2,000.