Benton woman arrested on drug, other charges

A Benton woman was arrested in Calloway County early Monday morning after authorities said she was a danger to herself.

Deputies responded to the corner of 12th and Main streets in Murray where 36-year-old Cynthia Peck was reportedly found under the influence and a danger to herself.

She was allegedy also found to have methamphetamine and a narcotic she did not have a prescription for.

Peck was charged with possession of meth, possession of an unspecified drug, drug paraphernalia, and public intoxication.

She was taken to the Calloway County jail.