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5 Most Hazardous Cities in Kentucky: Violent Crime Rates Soar in 2022
Top 5 Most Hazardous Cities in Kentucky for 2022 – A Must-Read Before You Move Rising Crime Rates in Kentucky – Louisville Tops the List of Most Violent Cities According to the Southwest Journal, if you’re from Kentucky, you know there’s more to worry about than just Wildcats fans in Lexington and illegal distillers in […]
Top 7 Most Dangerous Cities in Kentucky for 2024: Stay Informed and Safe
Crime Statistics and Safety Tips in Kentucky’s Most Dangerous Cities. According to Southwest Journal, Kentucky has some most dangerous places to avoid. They examined 74 cities looking at the latest FBI crime data and found that both violent and property crimes are above the national average. So if you’re thinking of moving to Kentucky it’s wise to check out which areas to steer clear of to stay safe.
Kentucky’s Dark Side: Violent Crime Soars in Bowling Green and Beyond
The report highlights Bowling Green as the most hazardous city in Kentucky, with a violent crime rate of 343 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 4,446 incidents per 100,000 residents. The city, famous for its Corvette production, also saw 247 reported violent crimes in 2020, including 71 robberies.
Auburn woman arrested on DUI charge after allegedly almost hitting deputy’s cruiser
RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – A Logan County woman is facing multiple charges, including operating a motor vehicle under the influence. According to a uniform citation, the Logan County Sheriff’s Office was traveling Monday on West Ninth Street in Russellville when a vehicle almost caused a collision with the deputy’s cruiser.
Man charged with kidnapping son in Bowling Green
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A man faces multiple charges after police say he kidnapped his infant son in Bowling Green. According to a uniform citation by the Bowling Green Police Department, officers responded around 1 a.m. Tuesday for a disturbance where 41-year-old Richard Brian of Bowling Green had taken his 1-year-old son.
Man arrested following rooftop escape attempt in Sumner County
SUMNER COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) — A man was taken into custody Tuesday night after reportedly leading Sumner County authorities on a pursuit, which included a “dramatic rooftop escape attempt.”. According to the Sumner County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy tried to pull over Dan Brewster Jr. for multiple traffic...
Bowling Green Police warning people about pine straw scam
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Bowling Green Police are warning people about a scam in our area. In a social media post, the department says they have gotten word of a group asking residents if they want pine straw in their landscape. The group gives a low price and then,...
Driver Under the Influence Found with Drugs in Sumner County
July 2, 2024 – A man was arrested on drug charges in Sumner County. Sumner County ECC received a call regarding a suspicious vehicle near a creek inside of Sumner County. Deputies responded promptly and made contact with the car and the occupants. Upon investigation, it was determined that...
KSP participating in national safe driving campaign
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) – Area state troopers are participating in Operation C.A.R.E. this month. Operation C.A.R.E. stands for Crash Awareness Reduction Effort, a national initiative aimed at focusing law enforcement’s attention on traffic violations. This includes speeding, failure to wear seatbelts, impaired/distracted driving, and commercial vehicle enforcement.
BGPD warns of landscaping scam
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department is warning the community of a new scam. According to police, a group of three men are approaching residents and asking if they want pine straw in landscaping at their residences. The subjects will give a low-price estimate and then...
Logan County Sheriff’s Office investigating serious injury accident
RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – The Logan County County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an injury accident. The sheriff’s office responded to a call at approximately 1 am on Monday about an accident with injuries. The accident occurred on U.S. Highway 68-80 East near Pool Road. According to a release,...
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