Bond Reductions Denied for Men Accused of Putting Shock Collar on Child
Two Madison County men who allegedly put a dog’s shock collar on a child appeared before a judge this morning….and their bond reductions were denied. According to police, 42 year old Theodore Sampson and 35 year old Luke Sampson, his brother, orchestrated the abuse on the latter’s four year old son. They allegedly told police […]
KY Transportation Crews to Mobilize Ahead of Snow Tonight
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has announced that crews here in District 7 will hit the roads at midnight to get ahead of the impending snow. Madison, Estill, and Garrard counties are added to the winter weather advisory. Expected snow accumulation has been reported at 1-2 inches. Roadways will be treated and maintained in all 12 […]
Sit-Down with Tela’s Owner: “I Made A Mistake, But Richmond Has Been Forgiving”
Last month, owner of local sandwich shop Tela’s in downtown Richmond was detained and taken to the Madison County Detention Center on a warrant out of Chicago. However, Marshawn Thomas is now released, and he is back doing what he loves and serving the people of Richmond. Chef Tela remained upbeat throughout the interview, and […]
Murder Charges Dropped Against Bourbon Co. Man Due to Insufficient Evidence
Murder charges are now dropped against a Bourbon county man who was accused of not only killing a woman…but attempting to hide her body. According to the Commonwealth Attorney and Kentucky state police, the serious charges against 48 year old Michael Hutsell were dropped due to lack of evidence. The body of 53 year old […]
Statewide Tornado Drill Wednesday: What You Need to Know
With the death toll now over 20 from the tragic rash of tornadoes in Alabama, it is important now more than ever to be weather aware. In conjunction with this week being severe weather awareness week, there will be a statewide tornado drill tomorrow. WBONtv went down to Madison County’s Emergency Operations Center and spoke […]
Police: Paris Woman Located Passed out from Suspected Overdose, 5-Year-Old in Backseat
A Paris woman was recently taken into custody after she was allegedly observed by police passed out in her car from a potential overdose with a child in the back seat. Richmond police responded to the scene, where Madison County EMS had awoken 31 year old Jamie Conner (no mugshot available at this time) on […]
18 Wheeler overturns at 90 A exit
Monday at approximately 10 p.m. an 18 wheeler apparently took exit 90 A at an excessive rate of speed and flipped on its side. The exit was closed for hours last night as numerous emergency personnel were on the scene, along with several area wreckers, to attempt to bring the semi back to an upright […]
Taxi Driver allegedly holds woman against her will in Winchester
In winchester, a taxi driver has been charged after he allegedly held a woman against her will and then threatened her. According to authorities, 43 year old Johnny Wayne Barnett was taken into custody Sunday night when the complaint form the woman came through. The woman apparently knew Barnett from previous rides with the company. […]
Berea Men Behind Bars After Allegedly Putting Dog Shock Collar on 4-Year-Old
Two men are now behind bars in the Madison County Detention center after the allegedly put a shock collar meant for a dog on a child as punishment. According to the Sheriff’s Department, 42-year-old Theodore Sampson and 35-year-old Luke Sampson, both of Berea, were taken into custody for putting the device on a 4 year […]
Two Men Attempt to Infiltrate Berea College Campus Buildings
Berea College campus security has issued an alert for students today. Two suspicious men were allegedly seen entering a campus building, Dana Hall. College officials and police report that the two men tried to go through a front door of Bingham Hall as well. According to Berea College Public Safety, the due diligence of the […]
Police Need Help Locating Missing Teen
The Danville Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teenager. According to their Facebook page, 14 year old Parker Rion has not been seen since Feburary 26th. He was last said to be at his grandfather’s house in Danville. Parker is described as a 5 foot 8 inch white male […]
Stolen Car Leads to KSP Chase in Clay City
A Kentucky State Police Post 8 Trooper observed a stolen vehicle on Winchester Road near Clay City, KY this week. According to KSP, the Trooper activated his emergency equipment and attempted to stop the stolen vehicle on Virden Ridge Road. The operator of the vehicle allegedly refused to stop and a brief pursuit ensued, until […]
Identity Released in Today’s Deadly Wreck
According to Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison, a one vehicle wreck at mile marker 84.8 on i75 NB resulted in the death of a man from Tennessee. Coroner reports that the man has been identified as Randy Houldridge from Maryville, Tennessee. He was 61 years old. Apparently, according to witnesses, he hit a rock embankment […]
One Dead Following Madison County I75 Wreck
One person is now dead following an accident on i75 in Madison County. According to police reports, the accident occurred around 8:30 this morning near the 84 mile marker, where a car apparently flipped. The car hit a rock wall and went off the road before turning upside down. Luckily, no other vehicles were involved, […]
Want to Get Paid to Drink with the Law?
Want to have a drink with the law? Well, now is your chance…for a good cause of course. The Department of Criminal Justice Training here in Richmond has offered to provide dinner and drinks for those that are willing to up their BAC in order to help recruits learn DUI training. In addition, selected participants […]
Vigil this weekend for Missing Richmond Mother Spurlock
A vigil is being held in honor of missing Richmond mother Savannah Spurlock who has not been seen in nearly two months. The family of Spurlock announced that a vigil will be held this Saturday, March 2nd at Eastside Community Church in Richmond. If you cannot attend, the family says that you can post a […]
Richmond Kroger Gas Station Lead Worker Allegedly Steals $600 from Employer
A gas station lead worker from the Richmond Kroger location was recently taken into custody following an investigation by loss prevention. According to police, Angie Gibbs has allegedly finagled returns so that she was able to make away with $600.00. Gibbs reportedly would make false returns on gas and cigarettes so that she could pocket […]
Identity of Suspect Who Cut Man’s Neck in Berea Released, in Custody
The name of the suspect who allegedly cut a man on the neck and assaulted him in Berea at Circle K Friday night has been released. According to Berea Police, 20 year old Caleb Hendrickson was charged with 1st degree assault after he allegedly cut the victim following an altercation in the gas station parking […]
Tibetan Buddhist Monks visit Berea
The Tibetan Buddhist Monks were at Berea College for 4 days and WBON-TV was there for the closing ceremony. We spoke to one of the Buddhist Monks as well as the chairman of the Asian Studies Department at Berea College to find out all the details of their visit.
Afternoon News Brief 2-21-19: Berea man walking in the open with alleged gun in hand gets arrested, High water problems in Estill, Indie movie Donny Brook at EKU center of the arts, Whitehall to be turned over to EKU
Berea man walking in the open with alleged a gun in hand gets arrested, High water problems in Estill, Indie movie Donny Brook at EKU center of the arts, Whitehall to be turned over to EKU
Phony Gun and Fake Bills Located on Reportedly ‘Suspicious’ Person Near Richmond Business
A Berea man that was allegedly walking around a Richmond business ‘suspiciously’ with what looked to be a handgun ended up behind bars this week. According to police, a light colored SUV was seen leaving the business with 44 year old Adam Castle driving. The citation details that when stopped by officers, a plastic gun […]
Flooding Video and Pictures Sent in By Viewers
Thank you to viewers for sending us even more flood footage from around the Central Kentucky Area. These are from Madison County, the first at the Kentucky river taken from Old Richmond Rd, and the second two are from Slate Lick in Berea.
2 Dead in Crash Near Frankfort
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ky. (LEX 18) — Emergency crews were on the scene Monday morning after a three-vehicle crash killed three people on Interstate Highway 64. Authorities said the crash occurred about 9:30 a.m. in the westbound lanes of I-64 near mile marker 55. Officials said a truck was stopped on a bridge for unknown reason […]
Man Barricades Self in Home on Letcher Avenue
Current situation on Letcher Ave in Richmond. Avoid the area as a man is having medical issues, according to police, and will not come out of his home. Police tell WBONtv that there are no lights or sirens, and no immediate danger. However, the roadway is blocked to traffic at this moment.
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Horses’ Owners
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office are currently seeking the owner of horses that were found on Highway 213 this morning. If you have any information on these animals, as you can see in the picture, that ask that you please contact the Sheriff’s Office at 859.498.8704
