Inmate dies this morning at Madison Detention Center *UPDATED*
***UPDATE**** Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison tells WBON-TV9 that the autopsy of the inmate has been postponed because of the influx of bodies from eastern Kentucky flooding. The inmate has now been identified as William Randall “Wren” Martin, age 57, from Madison County. Martin had been incarcerated since Thursday, and reportedly had been in poor […]
Atty General Cameron establishes price gouging hotline for east Kentuckians
While tragedies like the recent flooding in eastern Kentucky brings out the best in most people, it also brings out the worst in many. There have been several arrested on looting charges in the flood impacted counties, and some have imposed Curfews. There have also been instances of what people describe as ” price gouging.” […]
FEMA assistance now available for flood ravaged eastern KY
Renters and homeowners of Breathitt, Clay, Knott, Letcher and Perry counties who were affected by the severe storms, flooding and mudslides that began July 26 may apply for FEMA disaster assistance. Homeowners and renters in the designated counties can apply for FEMA assistance online at disasterassistance.gov, by calling 800-621-3362 or by using the FEMA mobile app. If you use a relay […]
Waco man suffers minor injuries in 3 car fatality accident in Rockcastle Co.
Yesterday afternoon, July 30, 2022, around 11:40 PM, the Kentucky State Police, London Post responded to a three-vehicle collision that occurred on KY 461 Lake Cumberland Road in Rockcastle County. This accident resulted in one Fatality. The initial investigation indicates that a 2013 White Hyundai operated by Austin R. Smith, 22 years old of Mount […]
