Richmond man who escaped from Franklin County re-captured Friday in Madison Co.
Deputies with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office say they received credible information of the whereabouts of Brandon Rhodus late Friday, April 5, 2024 .in Madison County. Rhodus walked away from an assigned work detail, while serving time at the Franklin County Regional Jail, on Wednesday April 3rd, 2024, and was believed to be traveling to […]
88-year-old Berea man dies in Friday night wreck in Scott County
An 88-year-old man from Berea, identified as Norman “Cotton”Carpenter, lost his life in a single-vehicle accident on Friday night. Investigators say the wreck occurred after Mr. Carpenter suffered an apparent “medical emergency.” The incident occurred around 11:30 pm on Leestown Road near Adams Lane. According to the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, Carpenter’s vehicle, a 1996 […]
Man charged for ‘brake checking’ school bus in Madison County
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Montgomery County Sheriff’s office ISO inmate that escaped today
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating an escaped inmate case and requesting assistance from the public. Derrick D. Noel escaped from the Montgomery County Regional Jail today Friday, February 9, 2024. You can forward any tips or leads to Montgomery County Dispatch at 859-498-8720. Escapee: Derrick D. Noel (35)
Men identified in fatal Berea wreck early Thursday morning
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office Collision Reconstruction Unit was requested to assist Berea Police Department with the single vehicle fatal collision on Thursday, February 8, 2024 around 1:00 a.m. As a result, the initial investigation indicates a Buick passenger car was traveling on Mayde Road in Berea when it left the roadway and collided with […]
One hospitalized, one deceased in Berea wreck
Just before 1 this morning, emergency responders and Berea Police responded to Mayde Road and Berea Bypass for a single vehicle injury wreck. According to Berea Police, the vehicle had rolled over and one individual was pronounced deceased on scene. The other was transported to UK Hospital for treatment of their injuries. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is […]
Captain Manley of Madison County Sheriff’s Office dies after medical episode
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office has informed WBON of the passing of one of their officers. According to the sheriff’s office, Captain Sam Manley was eating lunch at a Richmond restaurant when he experienced a medical emergency. Emergency services were called, and Captain Manley was transported to Baptist Health Richmond, escorted by fellow Madison County […]
Murder suspect on the run
***CAPTURED*** Pulaski County Sheriff Bobby Jones reports the escape of a Somerset man, who was on an ankle monitor awaiting trial for murder. Samuel Baker, 24 years of age, of Somerset, was indicted in April, 2021 for Murder, Burglary 1st Degree, Convicted Felon in Possession of a Handgun and Persistent Felony Offender for the March, […]
Woman in Richmond, missing for two weeks, sought
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance from the public regarding a missing Madison County woman. Amandrea Blume, 31 years old, was last seen on Wednesday November 8th, 2023, at approximately 3 am in the area of Paint Lick Road. Amandrea Blume is approximately 5’3 and 135lbs. Please take a good look at the […]
Madison County adds internet crimes against children investigator-what parents need to know
The internet has changed our lives forever. The manufacture, distribution and possession of child pornography, which used to be a very secretive “underworld” industry, now thrives because the internet has made it so easily accessible. Social networking sites and unsupervised internet usage have created an open forum for predators who seek contact with our children. […]
Warrants, drugs land Irvine woman in jail
This Sunday morning, July 30th, 2023, around 10:15 am, Estill County Sheriff Chris Flynn observed a woman walking on Sandhill Church Road. He reports he recognized the female who had two known active warrants for her arrest. As the sheriff made contact with her, she reportedly gave false identifying information before attempting to flee on […]
Menifee County Sheriff’s office search for man now missing for over a year
The Menifee County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help to find a missing person, James “Jimmy” Smallwood. Smallwood was last seen March 22, 2022, in Frenchburg. Smallwood’s description is 5’8″ and 140 pounds with sandy brown hair and blue eyes, with a skull tattooed on his left forearm and the word ‘dad tattooed on […]
Crews work to extricate driver in early morning crash in Madison
Madison County and Union City Fire and Rescue units responded to an injury accident early this Saturday morning in the area of 120 Hackett Pike in Madison County. The vehicle was reportedly overturned and the driver entrapped. The accident occurred shortly after 5 a.m. Saturday. No other details are available at this time. The Madison […]
Lexington man arrested following high-speed pursuit through Union City Friday night
Madison County Sheriff’s office units were involved in a high-speed pursuit of a fleeing subject/vehicle last night through the Union City area. The subject reportedly crashed the vehicle somewhere in the vicinity of Union City and Red House Roads. The driver, 33-year-old Jaloni Andrews of Lexington, was arrested at the scene and is facing a […]
Help wanted to locate runaway juvenile from Madison County
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for assistance in locating a runaway juvenile. Lilliana Fish, 15 years old, was last seen near her residence on Jonathan Drive in Richmond, Friday, May 5 2023. Lilliana Fish is approximately 5’2” and weighs around 150 pounds. She has brown hair brown eyes. Anyone with any information regarding […]
Authorities ISO thief who stole church van from Jackson County church
Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post is investigating the theft of a stolen church van from ‘Gray Hawk Baptist Church’ in McKee that occurred Friday night, April 7th. The vehicle is a silver 2007 Ford Econoline E350, KY registration plate “AVM088”. It has “Gray Hawk Baptist Church on the front, back, and sides of the van, […]
Horrific conditions lead to seizure of 23 dogs and summons issued for Berea couple
First responders and rescuers are describing the scene as horrific. It’s a case that started last Wednesday, April 4th when a welfare check call was placed for a home at 2975 Lambert Road in Berea. Although technically in Rockcastle County, these are Berea addresses, in much of the area. Officers say the initial call requested […]
Madison County Sheriff’s office seeking runaway juvenile
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance locating in what they describe as a runaway juvenile. Joseph Kirby, 15 years old, was last seen this Monday evening walking on Raven Drive in Richmond. Joseph Kirby is 5’8” and weighs 120lbs. He has brown hair and hazel eyes. Joseph has a tattoo […]
Lincoln County shooting involving officer under investigation by Richmond Post
A member of the Lincoln County Sheriffs staff fired his weapon striking a subject today. The Kentucky State Police Post 7 out of Richmond was then requested by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office to investigate the officer-involved shooting that occurred before 3:30 p.m. on Denny Road in Lincoln County. KSP Post 7 Troopers and Detectives responded […]
Estill County Sheriff’s office looking for ‘scammer’
The Estill County Sheriff’s office is currently investigating a male that is reportedly going around scamming people out of money. It’s being reported that he is telling everyone he is needing the money for his dog that is at the vet. The subject is driving the white Nissan you can see in the feature photo. […]
Cartersville men facing drug charges after traffic stop
Two Cartersville men face meth and heroin possession charges following a traffic stop by Garrard Co. Sheriff’s Office deputies. Cameron and Arnold Amburgey were passengers in a car that was stopped on Cartersville Road Tuesday night. According to Deputy Willards report, he and his K-9 partner Murphy located quantities of Meth and Heroin on the […]
Vehicle theft reported over weekend in Ravenna
The Tan 2001 Jeep Cherokee vehicle in the feature picture was stolen from the Ravenna National Guard Armory this weekend. The Estill County Sheriff’s Office is asking for assistance in locating the vehicle and getting it back to its rightful owner. Anyone with any information please contact Estill County dispatch at 606-723-2201
Tense matter on Willis Branch Wednesday diffused by officers
Yesterday afternoon, Wednesday November 16, Madison County Sheriff personnel responded to a call of a Richmond woman being held against her will. The incident occurred at a residence at 1044 Willis branch Road. Deputies arrived and the female who was reported to be held against her will was coming out of the house. Deputies ordered […]
Madison Sheriff seeking your help to recover stolen 4-wheeler
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for this 2021 Tao Tao 4-wheeler that was stolen from the area of West Rice Lane during the evening hours of October 12th, 2022. The 4-wheeler is very colorful and distinctive, and authorities are hoping you can help them solve the theft and recover the property to […]
Overdose investigation in Powell leads to arrest of alleged trafficker
According to the Powell County Sheriff’s office, early this Wednesday morning, 5/25/22 at approximately 3:00am, Deputy Hunter Martin arrested 53 year old Bobby Watkins of Powell County, who, according to the report, was found to be in possession of suspected Methamphetamine and Fentanyl. The Department had been investigating a recent overdoes case and adds they […]
