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Coroner and large law presence remain on scene at deceased Jessamine County Sheriffs home

Nicholasville Police, State Police, Jessamine County Sheriff’s units, and the Jessamine County Coroner have all descended at the home of Jessamine County Sheriff, Kevin Corman on Maple Street since around 4 this afternoon. It is now confirmed that Sheriff Corman has died, of what is reported to be natural causes. Corman, a beloved and respected […]

Trailer thefts on the rise in Estill County

The Estill Co Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of the trailer pictured below. According to Sheriff Chris Flynn, the theft occurred in the Wisemantown Road area Saturday night or in the early morning hours on Sunday. If anyone has any information please contact dispatch at 606-723-2201 or the Sheriff’s Office during normal hours at […]

Powell County Sheriff’s office in search of notorious “BHG”

The Powell County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating this gentleman, affectionately dubbed “backwards hat guy.” Take a good look at this photo. Remember, you may remain anonymous by calling the office (606) 663-2226, or private message the PCSO on their Facebook page. If you know him, the department would like to […]

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

Sheriff’s Department Weighs in on Enforcement of Cold Weather Animal Cruelty

Continuing with our coverage of keeping furry friends of all kinds safe in these sub-zero temperatures, WBON-TV brought in Deputy Michael Stotts of the Madison County Sheriff’s office who explained the law enforcement angle on this sometimes sticky situation. Stotts says that they investigate all complaints, whether it be a call for a simple welfare […]

Sheriff’s Department to Take The Plunge For The Special Olympics

Deputy Jennifer Kermeen and a team from the Madison County Sheriff’s Department are set to take the Polar Plunge on Saturday February 9th. The Sheriff’s Department have set a goal of $1000 for the Special Olympics. The Plunge will take place in Lexington at the Texas Roadhouse on Richmond Road. Click here to donate

Election 2018 Two Minute Sitdowns: Richard ‘Rick’ Johnson

In this edition of Election 2018 two minute sitdowns, we speak to Richard ‘Rick’ Johnson, who is seeking election on the Republican ticket as the Madison County Sheriff. Johnson says he has worked drug enforcement at all levels, from federal to city streets working against the ever growing drug epidemic. With over 24 years experience […]

2nd Round of Eviction Notices Delivered at the Hines Motel Today

This morning at the Hines Motel property in Richmond, state, county, and local police were all on scene to deliver another eviction notice, as the tenants still remain on property. This is following the eviction notice from last month, by the attorney of the school board, which had purchased the property back in March. We […]

Election 2018 Two Minute Sit-Downs: Irving Whicker

One Waco native is running once again for sheriff. Irving Whicker is hitting the campaign trail for Madison County Sheriff for what he says is his fourth or fifth time now. Whicker described himself as a Republican, and said that some of the things he wishes to focus on are school violence, the drug epidemic, […]

Tips from Sheriff’s Office Regarding Recent Car Break Ins in Northern Madison County

WBON TV received reports recently of an increased amount of break ins to vehicles, specifically in the Lexington Heights neighborhood in Northern Madison County. We spoke to Deputy Michael Stotts of the Madison County Sheriff’s Department about some of these cases, in which valuables such as guns and laptops were taken from parked cars. Stotts […]

Preliminary Hearing for Murder Trial of 5 Year Old Boy in Jackson County Today

Today in Mckee, the preliminary hearing for Lonnie Belt, the man accused of murdering a five-year-old boy and attempting to murder the child’s mother, occurred at the Jackson County Court House. WBON-TV spoke to Kentucky State Trooper Robert Purdy about the case and the investigation, who explained the charges that were brought against Lonnie Belt […]

Madison County Sheriff Coyle Named KY Sheriff of the Year

Announced today, from this release from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office: The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce Sheriff Mike Coyle has been named Sheriff of the Year by the Kentucky Sheriff’s Association. Sheriff Coyle received this honor at the annual Kentucky Sheriff’s Association banquet on September 14, 2017 in Bowling Green Kentucky. […]