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Call the Police if You See One of These Outside Your House in Kentucky!
In today’s world, being aware of your surroundings and understanding the potential threats in your community is more crucial than ever. The safety of our homes and neighborhoods in Kentucky relies heavily on our vigilance and proactive measures. While it’s important not to live in constant fear, staying informed about what to look out for can make all the difference in preventing crime and ensuring peace of mind. This article explores various suspicious objects and activities you should be aware of, particularly in Kentucky, and what actions to take if you encounter them.
Mom arrested after dead newborn found in trash bag in trunk of car: Police
Daira T. Mejia Aguilar was arrested after authorities in Kentucky say they found her newborn child dead in a trash bag stashed in the trunk of her car. The post Mom arrested after newborn found decomposing inside trash bag in car trunk: Police first appeared on Law & Crime.
'I told her it was going to be okay': Louisville family in mourning after weekend hit-and-run
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Destinee Marshall and other family members are mourning the loss of 26-year-old Desiree Marshall after she was hit by a car Saturday night. "We were outside lighting fireworks and a car came through he hit her, she flipped a couple times in the air, she hit the ground and he kept going," Destinee said.
One Dead and Seven Injured in Kentucky Nightclub Shooting
A tragic incident occurred outside the H20 Lounge in Kentucky early Tuesday morning, resulting in the death of one individual and leaving seven others wounded. First responders arrived at the scene at 12:47 a.m., where they found two people with gunshot wounds, as reported by the Louisville Police Metro Department.
Documents: Jamey Noel spent thousands on Reds tickets, golf in Florida, restaurants post-arrest
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. — New court documents released Monday shed light on thousands of dollars former Clark County Sheriff Jamey Noel spent on fire department credit cards after his arrest last year, and what he spent it on. Noel is facing 31 felonies and is currently in jail after a...
Woman dies in hit and run in Louisville's Russell neighborhood. Police investigating
Correction: An earlier version of this story misstated the age of the deceased, due to incorrect information from Louisville Metro Police. The victim was 26 years old. A woman died after she was struck by a vehicle in the Russell neighborhood Saturday night, Louisville Metro Police said Sunday. Police are looking for the driver of the vehicle, who left the scene shortly after the collision.
LMPD detective charged in Bullitt County crash pleads not guilty, next court date set
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A Louisville Metro Police detective charged with two felonies was arraigned in a Bullitt County courthouse Monday afternoon. Timothy Davis is accused of crashing his unmarked LMPD cruiser while off duty in Bullitt County. Davis, who remains on administrative leave, is charged with tampering with physical...
After allegations of theft from his brother's estate, attorneys for Jamey Noel ask whether or not to reopen case
MADISON, Ind. — Attorneys argued in a Madison, Indiana courtroom on Monday whether it was appropriate to reopen William "Leon" Noel's estate, due to allegations his brother Jamey stole at least $68,000 from it. Jamey Noel, the former Clark County sheriff, is facing 31 felonies for stealing from the...
19-year-old Louisville woman accused of robbing Papa Johns delivery driver
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A Louisville woman is charged with robbery after police said she pointed a gun at a Papa John’s delivery driver and took his wallet. An arrest citation said on June 17, 19-year-old A’Layah Hurt called Papa John’s and ordered over $100 worth of pizza.
Jeffersonville family credits DoorDash driver with saving them from early morning fire
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. (WDRB) -- A DoorDash driver returning from making deliveries in a southern Indiana neighborhood early Sunday morning spotted a home in flames. He quickly made the decision to run to the front door and see if anyone was home. "I had just finished a delivery and I just...
Man Sentenced to 18 Months in Federal Prison for Role in Scam Targeting Elderly Victims in Kentucky and Throughout the Country
A New Mexico man has been sentenced in federal court in Kentucky for his role in a scheme that targeted elderly individuals in Kentucky and across the country, resulting in millions of dollars in losses. Robert Louis Sanchez, 57, of Albuquerque, pled guilty to participating in what is known as a grandparent scam, in which con artists prey on elderly people by fabricating stories about a grandchild in difficulty and requiring money.
10-year-old affected by shootings asks for youth violence in Louisville to stop
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Three more young people were shot in Louisville on Sunday night. A juvenile is dead and two others are injured after a shooting in the Klondike neighborhood around 11:30 p.m. Police found two boys, who appeared to be teenagers, with gunshot wounds in a parking lot in the 6500 block of Six Mile Lane. One boy died at the hospital while another remains in critical condition. A third victim, also a teenage boy, was found a short time later in St. Matthews.
Expert highlights dangers of leaving children in hot car
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Every year, around 40 children die from heatstroke after they were either left or became trapped inside a hot car. In minutes, temperatures inside vehicles can rise to dangerous levels, leaving kids especially vulnerable. “Children have a very high BMR, which is a basal metabolic rate,...
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