The Highway Patrol arrested two area residents in area counties on March 19th on various allegations.
Thirty-seven-year-old Amanda Ayer of Lancaster was arrested in Putnam County. She was accused of the felonies of possession of a controlled substance—methamphetamine and possession of a controlled substance—alprazolam. Other allegations were driving while revoked, speeding, and failure to register a motor vehicle.
Ayer was transported to the Putnam County Jail and released.
The Patrol arrested 18-year-old Carter Dougherty of Eagleville in Harrison County. He was accused of driving while intoxicated, exceeding the posted speed limit—19 miles per hour over, and operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility.
Dougherty was taken to the Harrison County Law Enforcement Center on a 12-hour hold.