Marshall County Sheriff’s Department report, Aug. 14, 2017:

Capt. Brett Edwards and Deputy William Strader at 6:50 a.m. Aug. 14 responded to Palestine Church Road in reference to a disturbance. Deputies came into contact with Zachary Booker, 23, of Hardin. Booker was intoxicated and was yelling and cursing. Booker ran into the woods and was located by officers. Booker was charged with alcohol intoxication, disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.

Sgt. Jason Lane on Aug. 11 served several warrants. Susan G. Binkley, 43, of Gilbertsville was arrested at Lazy Days RV Park on the following:
– McCracken District Bench Warrant Failure to Appear
– McCracken Circuit Bench Warrant Failure to Appear
– Lyon District Court Bench Warrant Failure to Appear
– Lyon Circuit Court Bench Warrant Failure to Appear
– McCracken Circuit Indictment Warrant Bail Jumping 1st Degree
Binkley was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center

Capt. Brett Edwards and Maj. David Maddox at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 11 responded to a disturbance on Karen Faye Lane near Hardin. As a result of the investigation, deputies began looking for a suspect in a nearby woods. The suspect was found and arrested. Jeffrey W. Hall, 30, of Hardin was charged with fourth-degree assault, domestic violence and lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

Sgt. Jason Lane on Aug. 13 served warrants on a Lexington man at a gas station in Draffenville. James C. Alcorn, 42, was served two Scott County District warrants for failure to appear. He was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center to await pick up by Scott County. Sgt. Lane was assisted by Deputy Josh Anderson.

Sgt. Jason Lane and Deputy Josh Anderson responded at 1:56 a.m. Aug. 13 to a disturbance on French Drive. Shane R. James, 36, of Benton was arrested for fourth-degree assault, domestic violence and lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

Deputy William Strader on Aug. 11 served an Indictment warrant on Jennifer A. Allen of Hopkinsville. Allen was charged in Caldwell County with first-degree possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), first offense; and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Allen was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

Deputy Luke Rudd on Aug. 11 arrested April M. McKenzie, 33, of Marion. She was wanted on warrants from Hopkins County charging her with failure to register motor vehicle; first-degree possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), first offense; trafficking marijuana less than 8 ounces, first offense; possession of drug paraphernalia.

McKenzie was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

Deputy Chris Greenfield and Sgt. Jason Lane were dispatched on Aug. 11 to a restaurant in Draffenville in reference to a customer acting strangely. When deputies arrived, the person was in her vehicle preparing to leave. As a result of the ensuing investigation, Deputy Greenfield arrested Brandie Bailey, 34, of Calvert City and charged her with the following: Aggravated DUI, first offense; operating on a suspended or revoked license; first-degree possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), first offense; possession of drug paraphernalia.

Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputies answering 389 calls for service. This includes the following:

Traffic Crash – 13
Motorist Assist – 3
Reckless Driver – 10
Traffic Stop – 14
Extra Patrol – 50
Animal Complaint – 13
Assault Complaint – 1
Burglary Complaint – 2
Theft – 6
Disturbance – 10
Domestic Disturbance – 9
Assist w/ EPO – 2
Criminal Mischief -3
Follow Up Investigation – 13
Drug Investigation – 3
Need to Speak to Officer – 23
Suspicious Person – 5
Suspicious Vehicle – 5
Attempt to Serve Warrant – 20
Attempt to Serve Civil Paper – 9
Check Welfare – 2

Hannah Taber

Kentucky State Police arrested a Graves County woman Sunday morning after two small children were found walking in the roadway.  About 9:30 a.m., on Sunday, Aug. 13 KSP received a call reporting two small children were observed walking in the roadway near the 5000 block of Highway 339 North in Graves County.

Trooper Aaron Jestes responded and located the children along with the caller, who had assisted in moving the children to a safe place out of the roadway.  The children were 2 and 4 years old and were unharmed.  Shortly thereafter, Jestes located Hannah Taber asleep inside a nearby residence.  Preliminary investigation has shown Taber was responsible for the children but was unaware of their location.  It was also confirmed a similar incident had recently occurred involving the same children.

Hannah M. Taber, 25, of Hickory, was arrested and charged with two counts of First Degree Wanton Endangerment (Class D Felony).  She was lodged in the Graves County Jail.

Calvert City Police arrest report, Aug. 14, 2017

Randy Michael Gotto, 64, of 1924 S. Spring Street, Evansville, Ind., was arrested on Aug. 7, 2017, for alcohol intoxication in a public place.

Joshua Daniel Topper, 38, of 44 Rosewood Avenue, Calvert City was arrested on Aug. 10, 2017, on a Marshall County Warrant for fraudulent use of a credit card under $500 within a six-month period and fraudulent use of a credit card $500 or more but less than $10,000.

Claude Johnson Jr., 20, of 120 Retirement Circle, Calvert City was arrested on Aug. 11, 2017, for criminal trespassing 3rd degree.

Lannette Nicole Nieder, 37, of 130 Drivers Road, Calvert City was arrested on Aug. 12, 2017, on a Lyon County Warrant for theft by unlawful taking under $500.

Jeremy L. Jones, 43, of 227 Vaughns Chapel Road, Calvert City was arrested on Aug. 12, 2017, on a Marshall County Warrant for probation violation (for technical violation).

Brad Patrick Ballard, 50, of 765 East 6th Avenue, Calvert City was arrested on Aug. 13, 2017, on a Livingston County Warrant for theft by failure to make required disposition of property $500 or more but less than $10,000.

On August 14th at 1:20pm, Deputy Cory Curtner investigated a crash on a ramp from I-24 to Purchase Parkway. a vehicle driven by Maggie Marrs of Mayfield was merging onto the parkway in the construction zone when she lost control due to the wet road and struck the barrier wall. No injuries were reported. After this crash, a vehicle driven by Kayla Doom of Hardin was entering the parkway and swerved to avoid striking the vehicle from the first crash. The vehicle left the roadway and traveled down a muddy embankment. No injuries were reported.

Warrants served by Court Security Division.

Deputy Barry Howell served Mindy D. Cone age 29 of Benton with an Indictment Warrant on charges of two counts of Trafficking in Controlled Substance 2nd Degree, 1st Offense on August 14th.

The Kentucky State Police (KSP) will be conducting traffic safety checkpoints throughout the Post 1 district, to check motorists for compliance with motor vehicle laws including driving under the influence statutes. KSP utilizes traffic safety checkpoints to promote safety for motorists using the public roadways and to provide a deterrent for those who violate laws contained in the Kentucky Revised Statutes.

The intent of a traffic safety checkpoint is to provide for a high visibility, public safety service, focusing on vehicular equipment deficiencies, confirming appropriate registration and insurance of vehicles, and the valid licensing of drivers. Violations of law or other public safety issues that arise shall be addressed.

Traffic safety checkpoints will allow the Kentucky State Police the opportunity to periodically concentrate its efforts in checking for violations of Kentucky traffic and regulatory laws that will ultimately increase the safety of the citizens within the Commonwealth. Drivers encountering a traffic safety checkpoint are requested to have their operator’s license, vehicle registration receipt and proof of insurance readily accessible. Drivers with this information in hand, those with no violations of law and minimal roadway congestion can reasonably expect to be delayed for no more than 30 seconds to a few minutes.

Listed below are the supervisory- approved traffic safety checkpoint locations in the Kentucky State Police, Post 1 district. This includes the following Kentucky counties: Ballard, Calloway, Carlisle, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Livingston, Lyon, McCracken, Marshall and Trigg. These locations can also be found on the website, www.kentuckystatepolice.org.
BALLARD COUNTY

US 51 – at old KSP/CVE Scale Facility
US 60 – at Crystal Lake Road
US 60 – at KY 2532 (Apperson Road)
US 60 at Bill Corner Road

CALLOWAY COUNTY

US 641S – at Barber Drive
KY 94E – at KY 280
KY 121S – MP 3.187 to MP 3.690
KY 280 – at Cohoon Road

CARLISLE COUNTY

US 51 – at KY 80 Arlington
KY 80 – at KY 307

FULTON COUNTY

KY 125 – at KY 166
KY 129 – at Fulton/Hickman County line

GRAVES COUNTY

US 45S – at KY 339 Wingo
US 45S – at KY 1748
KY 94 – at KY 381 Lynnville
KY 849 – at KY 1684
KY 303 – at KY 339 (4-way stop)

HICKMAN COUNTY

US 51 – at KY 1529
KY 58 – at KY 307
KY 123 – at KY 239

LIVINGSTON COUNTY

US 60 – at or about former Ledbetter Elementary School (between MP 5.5-MP5.8)
US 60 – from MP 29 to MP 29.059 at or about Livingston/Crittenden County line
KY 866 – at Coon Chapel Road

LYON COUNTY

US 62 – at KY 810 (South)
KY 93 South – at KY 293 & 1055 intersection
USFS Woodlands Trace – at or about entrance to LBL

MARSHALL COUNTY

US 68 – at KY 95
US 641 – at KY 1422
KY 348 – between MP 4.7 – MP 5.0 (near Meadowbrook Circle)
KY 402 – at KY 1364

MCCRACKEN COUNTY

US 60 – at US 62 (Ledbetter Bridge intersection)
KY 286 – at KY 726 (McKendree Church Road)
KY 450 – at Puryear Highway
KY 994 (Old Mayfield Road) – at KY 1014 (Houser Road)

TRIGG COUNTY

US 68X (Bypass) – West of Howard Anderson Bridge
KY 139N – at Bush Road
KY 274 – West of John Woodruff Bridge (near entrance to boat ramp)

The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office would like to let the public know that there is a phone scam circulating through the community. The call is an automated call from 415-914-1567. The caller alleges that they are with the IRS and that you are being investigated for fraudulent tax activity. This call is a scam, please do not return the subjects phone calls or provide them with any personal information. As with any unsolicited call, never provide personal information over the telephone.

Marshall County Sheriff’s deputies on Tuesday responded to an injury crash on U.S. Highway 641 South. According to MCSD, a vehicle driven by Bryan T. Smothers of Benton was northbound on Hwy. 641 when he struck a vehicle driven by Glen R. Vanloon of Murray as it was stopped for traffic.

Vanloon suffered minor injuries but declined medical transport.

A local woman is facing charges after police say she stole a man’s truck and then nearly hit him with it.

According to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, deputies responded to a report of a motor vehicle theft Tuesday near Benton. Upon investigation, police say the alleged victim, David Hoffmeyer of Benton, told deputies that Shirley P. Henderson of Benton, had taken his truck without permission. Hoffmeyer also alleged Henderson almost struck him as she backed out of the residence and drove away.

Deputies found the vehicle and Henderson about an hour later.

Henderson was arrested and charged on suspicion of theft by unlawful taking $500 or more and first-degree wanton endangerment.

Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputies are seeking information on an alleged burglary from the Moors Camp area.

According to MCSD, the burglary occurred Tuesday, Aug. 15 on Fort Leisure Trail. Marilyn Brookes of Gilbertsville reported the incident, which alleged a theft from the residence as well.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information may contact Deputy Cory Curtner at 270-527-3112. Callers may also contact Crime Stoppers at 270-527-COPS and remain anonymous.

We have just gotten a call reporting a scam call in which someone identifies themselves as the ” Trooper and Police Educational Association”. They are asking for and are rather pushy wanting donations. We can find no information online about any such organization. it was reported that the caller said they buy vests and provide training for officers here. This is not true. Our vests are paid for by grants from the office of homeland security and your county tax dollars as is training. The call came from a Louisville number. Please be aware that law enforcement WILL NOT call you asking for money. Please do not give your personal information to anyone that calls you unsolicited.

Kentucky State Police investigators are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred overnight in Mayfield.

According to a KSP release, troopers responded about 3 a.m. to a report of an armed man walking in the 800 block of West Lee Street in Mayfield. Mayfield Police Department officers responded to the area, as well, and located a man in a nearby yard believed to be the suspect, according to KSP.

Shortly thereafter, shots were fired and the suspect was hit. The suspect, later identified as Andrew R. Chamberlain, 23, of Hickory, was taken by Mayfield-Graves EMS to Jackson Purchase Medical Center. He was later flown by Air Evac to another hospital for continued treatment.

The Kentucky State Police Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) secured the scene and have continued the investigation.

The identity of the officer involved in the shooting had not been released as of 11:30 a.m. Friday.

Two local drivers are facing charges in separate incidents after Marshall County Sheriff’s deputies initiated traffic stops last night.

According to MCSD, deputies conducted a traffic stop about 11:37 p.m. Friday on Wadesboro Road North. During the stop, police discovered the driver, Adam Cody Hungate, 23, of Benton, had a warrant for his arrest on failure to report to jail as ordered in McCracken County District Court.

Hungate was arrested and taken to Marshall County Detention Center. He was also cited on various traffic offenses, including no registration receipt, no registration plates, failure of owner to maintain required insurance, failure to produce insurance card and no operator’s license.

About 3:30 a.m. Saturday, deputies stopped a vehicle on Main Street in Benton. According to MCSD, further investigation revealed the driver, Hayden Lawson of Benton, was driving under the influence.

Lawson was arrested on suspicion of DUI and taken to Marshall County Detention Center.

A juvenile passenger in his car was also charged with possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The juvenile was cited and released to the custody of parents

The following people were arrested by the Calvert City Police Department:

Lawrence Keith Reber, 56, of 115 Al York Road, Benton was arrested on August 14, 2017 for alcohol intoxication in a public place. He was also served a McCracken County Warrant for failure to appear.

Jacob P. Wissinger, 25, of 945 Iuka Road, Smithland was arrested on August 16, 2017 on a McCracken County Warrant for violation of a Kentucky EPO/DVO.

Jessica L. Stamper, 29, of 3645 Gilbertsville Highway, Calvert City was arrested on August 17, 2017 on an out of state felony warrant from Dover, TN for failure to appear.

Michael Thomas Cursey, 41, of 1466 Bechdolt Road, Paducah was arrested on August 18, 2017 for DUI 1st offense. He was also charged with speeding (61/35).

Mickey Dale Beasley, 63, of 10535 US Highway 60W, Kevil was arrested on August 19, 2017 for operating on a suspended or revoked operators license. He was also charged with no registration plates, no registration receipt, failure to produce insurance card, and failure of owner to maintain
required insurance 1st offense.

Marshall County Sheriff’s report Aug. 22, 2017

Deputy Chris Greenfield, Det. Nathan Maxlow and Deputy Barry Howell responded at 7:12 p.m. Aug. 21 to Karen Fay Lane in Hardin to a report of a disturbance and intoxicated driver. James Richard Harness, 41, of Almo was arrested as a result of the investigation and charged on suspicion of aggravated DUI, first offense.

Deputy Steven Oakley arrested Cody T. Driver of Benton on a Marshall County District Court bench warrant issued for failure to pay and proof of DUI class on an original DUI charge. He was taken to the Marshall County Detention Center.

Det. Nathan Maxlow on Aug. 21 arrested Jessica L. Stamper of Calvert City on a McCracken County District Court bench warrant issued for failure to appear on original charges of driving on a suspended or revoked license and contempt of court.

Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to 525 incidents this past week. This includes the following:

Traffic Crashes – 26
Motorist Assists – 18
DUI Complaints – 2
Traffic Stops – 58
Extra Patrols – 132
Animal Complaints – 5
Burglary Complaints – 2
Theft Complaints – 7
Disturbances / Fights – 3
Domestic Disturbances – 4
Follow Up Investigations – 7
General Complaints – 18
Need to Speak to Officer – 29
Drug Investigation – 2
Suspicious Person – 9
Suspicious Vehicle – 6
Attempt to Serve Warrant – 18
Attempt to Serve Civil Papers – 31
Transport – 25

The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office Court Security Division reported the following activity for last week. 
Sessions of Court Attended – 12
Inmates Moved To and From Court – 20
People Checked Into Building – 2417
Adult Out of County Transports – 3
Mental Health Transports – 2
Vehicles Inspected – 56

Two local men were arrested Tuesday after police allege a suspect fled his vehicle from a traffic stop, leaving guns and drugs behind.

According to Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, deputies attempted to make a traffic stop Tuesday on old U.S. Highway 641 N., near the Ken Bar Inn in Gilbertsville. The driver fled the scene, taking the vehicle off road before abandoning it and running away. Deputies were unable to locate the driver at the scene, but reportedly discovered a number of firearms and illegal “controlled substances” within the vehicle.

Deputies and Marshall County Narcotics investigators continued the investigation, which led them to a nearby residence. Police executed a search warrant at 6827 Hwy. 641 N, and allegedly discovered methamphetamine, paraphernalia and evidence to suggest trafficking.

Police arrested Charles Grundy, 52, and James Campbell, 45, both of Marshall County, in connection to the incident, according to MCSD reports. They were taken to the Marshall County Detention Center.

Calvert City Police Department and McCracken County Sheriff’s Office assisted during the course of the investigation.

An Arkansas man is looking at repeat charges after police say he stole a car and passed out in the vehicle near Calvert City.

According to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, deputies responded about 3:45 a.m. Thursday to U.S. Highway 62 near Warnick Road on a report of a man passed out in a vehicle. Police allege the vehicle had been reported stolen from Calvert City. Further investigation revealed the driver had been under the influence.

Michael Craig Bailey, 23, of Mammoth Spring, Ark., was arrested and charged with DUI, third offense, driving on a DUI suspended license, no registration plates, failure to produce an insurance card and failure of non-owner operator to maintain insurance.

Calvert City Police Department assisted on scene.

Two Murray residents were arrested Friday during a routine traffic stop.

According to Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, at 11:37 a.m. Friday, deputies stopped a vehicle in Aurora because its occupants were not wearing seat belts. The stop resulted in further investigation, however, which yielded more.

Deputies determined the driver, Joseph Leon Davis, 44, of Murray, was allegedly under the influence. He was arrested on suspicion of DUI.

A passenger in the car, Carri Michelle Henson of Murray, was also charged with first-degree possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine) and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Photo courtesy of Benton Police Department

The Benton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating two west Kentucky residents.

According to BPD, officers have criminal summonses that need to be served on two Lyon County residents in reference to alleged fraudulent returns made to the Benton Walmart store in July.

Mikeliah Walker, 40, of Kuttawa, has a summons on suspicion of theft by deception. In addition Christopher Lee Clark, 34, of Eddyville, also has a summons on suspicion of theft by deception.

The summonses are related to an investigation launched July 22.

BPD stressed that individuals were innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

Anyone with contact information for Walker or Clark or information on their location may contact BPD at 270-527-3126, or central dispatch at 270-527-1333. The public may also send a message to the department via the Benton Ky. Police Department Facebook page.

Marshall County Sheriff’s Report for the week of Aug. 28, 2017:

Deputy Chris Greenfield was dispatched Sunday, Aug. 27 to the Purchase Parkway in reference to a vehicle that had crossed the median and pulled to the side of the road. As a result of his investigation, the driver James Franklin Shock of Hardin was arrested and charged with DUI, Tampering with Physical Evidence, and Driving on a DUI Suspended License.

Deputy Chris Greenfield and Deputy Josh Anderson were dispatched Saturday, Aug. 26 to a restaurant in Draffenville in reference to a man sleeping in his vehicle. The caller reported attempting to wake the man unsuccessfully. According to the citation filed by Deputy Greenfield, upon his arrival the man was awake and talking to Deputy Anderson. As a result of the ensuing investigation, the man identified as Zeth D. Kovien age 40 of West Paducah was charged with Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Degree, 1st Offense (Methamphetamine).

Deputy Josh Anderson served arrest warrants on Roger Dale Myers. The warrants were served at 9:21 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27. One warrant was from Marshall District Court for Failure to Appear and the other from Livingston County for Probation Violation.

Warrant served by court security division: Deputy Barry Howell served Chad McLeod of Calvert City with warrant for Flagrant Non Support. The warrant was served Friday 8-25.

Deputies responded to 340 incidents this week. These activities include the following:
Traffic Crashes – 18
Traffic Stops – 33
Motorist Assists – 6
DUI Complaints – 1
Reckless Driver Complaints – 3
Extra Patrol – 73
Disturbance / Fight – 3
Domestic Disturbance – 7
Assist w/ Emergency Protective Order – 2
Animal Complaint – 4
Assault Complaint – 2
Theft Complaint – 8
Public Intoxication Complaint – 1
Follow Up Investigation – 8
Drug Investigation – 3
General Complaint – 9
Need to Speak to Officer – 34
Suspicious Person – 8
Suspicious Vehicle – 8
Attempt to Serve Warrant – 14
Attempt to Serve Civil Process – 18
Check Welfare – 5

Marshall County Deputies assigned to the Court Security Division report the following activity for the past week.
Sessions of Court Attended – 4
People Checked Into Building – 1748
Adult Out of County Transport – 1
Vehicles Inspected – 49

Calvert City Police report, Aug. 28, 2017:

Michael Craig Bailey, 23, of 104 East 2nd Street, Hardy, Ark., was arrested on Aug. 24, 2017 for theft by unlawful taking (automobile) $500 or more but under $10,000.

William Jacob Vaught, 29, of 42 Apricot Avenue, Calvert City was arrested on August 26, 2017 on a Marshall County warrant for failure to appear.