Madison County Sheriff’s Office warns of local scam involving fraudulent violation notices
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is alerting residents of an attempted scam targeting a Madison County resident. The resident received a fake Violation Notice (citation) by mail demanding nearly $6,000 in payment. This citation is fraudulent and not issued by any legitimate law enforcement or court authority. The Department advises if you receive a similar […]
Berea Police looking for woman wanted on several sexual abuse related charges
An Indictment warrant was issued on October 14, 2025 for Samantha Walker. Walker has been charged with Promoting Use of a Minor by electronic means, Use of a minor under 18, Rape third degree, Sodomy third degree, Sexual Abuse, first- degree, Tampering with Physical Evidence, and Distribution of Obscene Matter to Minors, first degree. Berea […]
Berea Battalion Chief arrested for sexual abuse
An arrest warrant was issued Oct 17, 2025 for a Berea Fire Department Battalion Chief. Jonathan Kerns has been charged with Sexual Abuse 3rd, rape 3rd, and incest, and was taken into custody Saturday afternoon. According to the complaint, the victim told investigators Kerns had been ‘grooming’ her since she was 11 years old. The […]
Eastern Kentucky University ready to celebrate Homecoming
Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) is set to kickoff Homecoming weekend Oct. 24-25, bringing students, alumni, faculty, staff and the Richmond community together for celebration and tradition. Events include the annual parade, the block party and the much-anticipated football game. “We’re excited to welcome our entire Colonel Family to campus for Homecoming weekend,” said EKU President […]
