Local authorities investigating clandestine meth lab found in Uniontown

Local authorities and Kentucky State Police have launched an investigation into who is responsible for a hidden meth lab found Thursday afternoon in Uniontown.

Uniontown Assistant Police Chief Jeffery Hart tells WMSK News the meth lab was discovered in a wood line by a child.

Assistant Chief Hart adds law enforcement seized numerous pieces of equipment and evidence.

He says the investigation is currently ongoing by himself, Union County Sheriff’s Office and Kentucky State Police.