KSP Conducts Missing Person Investigation in Clay County
From a press release from Kentucky State Police Post 11: The Kentucky State Police, London Post is continuing an investigating into the possible disappearance of a Clay County man, after he was reported missing on Friday, February 14, 2020. The initial investigation indicates that Jason E. Davidson, 42 years old of Manchester, KY, was last seen in Clay County […]
Former Boone Tavern GM Accused of Stealing $69K
A recent investigation by the Berea Police Department ended with a man behind bars, accused of stealing around $69,000 from the historic Boone Tavern. According to the police report, the former general manager James Smock had allegedly taken around $64,000 from daily deposits and another nearly $4,000 from the house bank that had been stored […]
Hole in Floorboard of Truck Lends Clues for Drug Arrest
A traffic stop for no registration plates led to a drug arrest for a Richmond man. According to Richmond Police, Anthony Bartley was seen in the vehicle in question, but originally gave officers false identifying information as the name of a former classmate of his. Bartley then told officers of his real name following a […]
RPD: Alleged Stolen Money Leads to Prostitution Arrest
A complaint of stolen money led to an arrest on prostitution charges for a woman from Ravenna. According to Richmond Police Department, they arrived and spoke with the co-defendant, John Isaacs, who told officers that Nina F. Johnson had stolen $420 from him. Isaacs said he had picked up Johnson, and allegedly loaned her the […]
Transportation Cabinet Treating Roads, Offer Winter Driving Tips
District 7 personnel have been spot treating routes Friday for specific counties as necessary. Motorists should remember that asphalt, and concrete may become slick as temperatures decline. In addition, black ice can form on previously treated routes. Tips for driving in snow & ice for the winter season: Avoid nonessential travel if conditions are dangerous. […]
KSP Investigating Triple Death Collision in Rockcastle County
The Kentucky State Police, Post 11 London is investigating a fatal collision that occurred just after 2:00 pm on Thursday afternoon in Rockcastle County on US 150 near Meritburg. The initial investigation indicates that a 2001 Honda, operated by William A. Emmerson, 60 years old of Lancaster, KY, was traveling east on US 150 when he lost […]
Local Police Seize $110K Worth of Drugs and Money
According to local police, they recently seized over $40,000.00 worth of drugs and over $70,000.00 dollars. The Richmond Police Department reports that on February 12th, they conducted an investigation following a traffic stop that resulted in the seizure of approximately $23,000.00 in US Currency, approximately 41 grams of heroin, approximately 19 grams of methamphetamine, a […]
Breathitt County Sheriff to Cease Operations Effective Today
Effective today, the Breathitt County Sheriff’s office has announced that all operations will be limited including office personnel, deputies and court security. They say that all of the above positions will be laid off effective Thursday, at 4p.m. A letter posted on social media, which you can see here, elaborates that the county is lacking […]
Berea Traffic Stop Leads to Methamphetamine Arrest
Berea Police recently made an arrest of a Richmond man for methamphetamine charges. The citation begins stating that the vehicle with passenger by Charles S. Sparks was seen leaving a “known drug area” of Morgan Street, according to police. When police pulled that car over at the Glades Road McDonalds, they were given consent to […]
RPD: False Identity at the Quality Quarters Leads to Arrest
The vehicle of an allegedly missing Berea man located outside the Quality Quarters motel in Richmond led to the arrest of a Richmond woman. According to the citation, Richmond Police arrived at the motel, and the manager advised that one of his employees, Tina Hoskins, was inside the room with the alleged missing male subject, […]
Laurel County Work Release Inmate Apprehended After Walking Off Assignment
Laurel County Correctional Officers this morning were able to locate and bring back into custody previously missing work release inmate Jason Rice. According to officials, Rice had walked away from a work release assignment near the Levi Jackson Park, 3 miles from London on Highway 229-Old Barbourville Road late yesterday afternoon. Rice was located in […]
Rock Your Crown at the Women in Hats Event!
For a 2020 Black History Month celebration, a local group of ladies has partnered with Anthem Medicaid, the City of Richmond, Kentucky River Foothills Development Council, and the new Richmond Active Living Center to bring a night of fun this month. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place Friday, […]
Police: Richmond Trio Arrested for Methamphetamine Possession Following Traffic Stop
A Richmond trio was recently taken into custody on multiple drug charges, following a traffic stop by Richmond Police Department. According to the citation, police were told by the system to verify insurance for the car that was driven by Bobbi Lynn Evans. Evans gave police consent to search the vehicle, where they discovered a […]
Multiple Individuals Hospitalized as a Result of Traffic Crash
Laurel Sheriffs Office is investigating a traffic crash which occurred on Sunday afternoon February 9, around 1 PM on KY 312 at the level Green Road intersection, around 10 miles South of London. The investigating deputies report that a green colored pickup truck allegedly pulled out from level Green Road onto KY 312, failing to […]
Bare-footed Alleged Shoplifter Arrested on Multiple Drug Charges
Berea Police recently took a local woman into custody on multiple drug charges after a call came out regarding alleged shoplifting at the Dollar General on Village Drive. According to the citation, when police arrived Valentina Frymer was allegedly seen running barefoot in the rain and 40 degree weather. When police stopped Frymer as she […]
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Madison County Rescue Squad to Cease Active Operations After Contract Not Renewed
Without initially given an exact reason, the Madison County Rescue Squad will now cease operations following a fiscal court decision this month. Although most operations will be ceased due to these budget constraints county-wide, the rescue squad says that they will continue to train and will maintain status as a not-for-profit organization. The following is […]
Berea College President Announces Dissolution of 2020 Baseball Team
In a letter to berea college, President Roelofs announced that with deep regret they will not continue the college baseball team for the spring 2020 season. The president said in the letter that all students on the team are expected to abide by school rules and uphold Berea College policies. Reports state that the decision […]
Irvine Man Charged with 87 Counts of Distributing Sexual Material Online
A former licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer at Warren F. Toler Funeral Home in Irvine was arrested after he allegedly took and used sexual photos of multiple victims, and published them for profit online. Brandon Gabbard is now facing 75 counts of Distribution of Sexually Explicit Images Without Consent and 12 of Video Voyerism. According […]
Alleged Swerving on Main Street Leads to Heroin Arrest for Richmond Woman
Police took a woman in on multiple drug charges recently, following a traffic stop that occurred on Main Street in Richmond when her car was allegedly observed drifting in and out of lanes. Officers report that the car, driven by Dorothy M. Agee, had even crossed the double yellow line into oncoming traffic. When the […]
RPD: Woman Charged with Public Intoxication of Drugs in Richmond Centre
A woman was recently taken into custody by the Richmond Police Department following a call from the TjMaxx location, stating that she was allegedly seen under the influence in her vehicle. Police arrived on scene and were met with Tiffany Rivera, who was laid back in the vehicle matching the description, with reportedly constricted pupils. […]
Clay County Man Held at Gunpoint Following Alleged Burglary
A Clay County man is now behind bars after sheriff’s officials say a homeowner had to call them while they held the suspect at gunpoint during an alleged burglary. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office reports that the suspect, Johnathan Sizemore, was taken into custody following the suspected burglary at the home on Paces Creek Road. […]
Golden Alert for Missing Jackson County Man
Jackson County Emergency Management officials have issued a golden alert for a man missing out of Jackson County. 71 year old Elijah Rader has not been seen since Jan. 31st. He was last reported in the Annville and Tyner area. Officials report that Rader has cognitive disabilities, and add that he drives a white H3 […]
KSP Investigates Fatal Collision in Jackson County
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post, is investigating a fatal collision that occurred just before 12:30 on HWY 290 in Annville, KY. The initial investigation indicates a 2015 Dodge Journey, operated by Darrow Baldwin, 40 years old of Annville, was traveling north on HWY 290, when he lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle traveled […]
Madison County Schools Close Due to Illness
In an announcement made late Friday, Madison County Schools have decided to close the doors Monday and Tuesday due to illness. The school board issued this statement: Madison County Schools will be closed Monday. Tuesday will be NTI Day 1. Students will report back to school on Wednesday. During this extended weekend, the district will […]
