The following people were arrested/charged by the Calvert City Police Department:
Blake Aaron Franklin, 26, of 726 Crabapple Avenue, Calvert City was arrested on November 12, 2020 on a Marshall County Indictment Warrant for flagrant non-support.
Kelly Kathleen Curry, 32, of 447 Capp Springs Road, Benton was arrested on November 13, 2020 for theft by unlawful taking – shoplifting under $500.
Mayfield, KY. (Graves County) – Kentucky State Police, Post 1 in Mayfield is currently seeking applicants for the position of Police Telecommunicator I. Post 1 covers Ballard, Calloway, Carlisle, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Livingston, Lyon, Marshall, McCracken, and Trigg Counties. This is an important and essential position within the agency. It requires a person that:
KSP telecommunicators provide a lifeline to both citizens in need and officers in the field. They serve to keep law enforcement officers, first responders, and the public safe at all times. The starting salary of a Telecommunicator I is $24,072.96 a year, plus a $900 clothing allowance. Telecommunicators also receive a $5,500 annual training stipend, after completion of the dispatch academy. Health, dental, and vision insurance is available as well.
To apply, the applicant must meet the following requirements:
Starting a career with the Kentucky State Police as a telecommunicator gives you the opportunity to observe different career paths available within the agency. Whether you choose a different path within the agency or remain in telecommunications, dispatching will build a solid foundation for whatever path you take.
If you are interested in this position with the Kentucky State Police, Post 1 in Mayfield, you may apply at https://kypersonnelcabinet.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=19777&site=2 to be added to the register. If you have any questions, please contact Heather Farmer, Police Telecommunications Supervisor by email at heather.farmer@ky.gov Applications must be submitted no later than November 21, 2020 (6:00 PM CST).
Hickory, KY. (November 18, 2020) – Kentucky State Police, Post 1 are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Samantha L. Kohler, 33 of Salem, Kentucky. Kohler is wanted on five counts of Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument, 2nd Degree (Class D Felony). Kohler could be staying with friends in the Salem or Burna area of Livingston County.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Kohler is asked to contact the Kentucky State Police Post 1 at 270-856-3721 or anonymously at 1-800-222-5555. Citizens may also report tips anonymously through the KSP app. The app is available for iPhone, iPad and Android applications and can be easily downloaded free of charge through Apple and Google Play stores.
Hickory, KY. (November 19, 2020) – Kentucky State Police, Post 1 is requesting the public’s assistance in locating three subjects who are non-complaint with the Kentucky Sex Offender Registry.
Mikel Allen Hutchison, 33 of Smithland has not resided at his registered address for more than a year and he has failed to verify his address. It is believed he is in the Paducah area. Hutchison has an active warrant for Failure to Comply with the Kentucky Sex Offender Registry (Class D Felony).
Allen Shane Williams, 35 of Mayfield is no longer residing at his registered address and has failed to verify his current address. Williams’ whereabouts at this time are unknown, but he could be in the Ballard County area. He has an active warrant for Failure to Comply with the Kentucky Sex Offender Registry (Class D Felony).
Anthony Lee Shelby, 62 of Paducah has not resided at his registered address for more than a year and has failed to verify his current address. Shelby’s whereabouts are unknown at this time. He has an active warrant for Failure to Comply with the Kentucky Sex Offender Registry (Class D Felony).
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Hutchison, Shelby, or Cordle is asked to contact the Kentucky State Police Post 1 at 270-856-3721 or anonymously at 1-800-222-5555. Citizens may also report tips anonymously through the KSP app. The app is available for iPhone, iPad and Android applications and can be easily downloaded free of charge through Apple and Google Play stores.
The McCracken County Sheriff’s Department would like to warn area residents of a scam that has been reported to our agency.
Detectives have been made aware that there have been recent postings of pets for sale on social media that are fraudulent. The scammer will make a posting listing the pet and then request a deposit from a potential buyer. After the deposit has been collected, the scammer will break off contact with the victim and delete the account or posting. Often, the scammer will sell the same pets under posts made from different account names. Scammers will often search various social media group posts to learn what specific animals/breeds are in demand, then make a posting as to appear as being local to that area.
The McCracken County Sheriff’s Department would like make residents aware of this activity and suggest the tips when purchasing pets on-line:
Marshall County Sheriff’s Office has received numerous complaints of telephone scams in this area. The calls are coming from 270 area codes. The scammers are stating that the victim’s Social Security card is invalid or suspended. The scammers have also stated that a Social Security card was recovered in another state.
Another scam they have been advised of is someone representing themselves as a repair person from Apple. They are requesting money for repair services.
The Calvert City Police Department is joining with some local businesses for the 2020 “Cram the Cruiser” holiday event.
There will be a police cruiser taking donations at Cash Express located at 96 East 5th Avenue in Calvert City starting November 25th through December 7th.
From December 7th through December 18th a police cruiser will be in front of City Hall in Calvert City taking donations.
All proceeds will go to assist the Calvert-Sharpe Family Resource Center. The types of donations being accepted are any toy items such as basketballs, footballs, remote control cars, baby dolls, arts & crafts items, household cleaning items and non-perishable food items.
Please join us in giving this holiday season by donating to help our friends and neighbors.
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 29, 2020) – Kentuckians could experience their first taste of winter weather as a band of snow is predicted to impact the Commonwealth late Sunday night. The Kentucky State Police (KSP) are asking motorists to be aware that weather conditions may change rapidly over the next 24 hours.
“While we can never completely predict what the forecast will be, it is a great time for citizens to prepare for the winter driving season,” says KSP Spokesman Sgt. Billy Gregory.
Gregory says citizens need to rethink their driving behaviors this time of year, which include slowing down, leaving more space between cars and prepping their car with necessary supplies should they become stranded.
KSP developed a list of items motorists should place in their vehicles before the weather sets in. This includes a winter weather kit with items such as a cell phone charger, blankets, first-aid kit, jumper cables, windshield scraper, collapsible shovel, and a flashlight with batteries. To view KSP’s ‘Roadway Reminders for Winter Weather’, click here: http://kentuckystatepolice.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Roadway-Reminders-Winter-Weather-DSE.pdf.
“We are asking that you plan ahead and be patient as motorists navigate through this first wintery mix,” adds Gregory. “Today is a great opportunity to put together a kit of weather-related essentials before adverse weather arrives.”
The single most important tip Gregory could offer was something every driver has access to. “The best defense in any challenging driving situation is always going to be wearing a seat belt. Make sure you always wear it and that your passengers wear it as well.”
In addition to the roadway reminders, Gregory encourages citizens to refrain from dialing 9-1-1 to obtain road and weather conditions.
“Every year when winter weather hits, our radio rooms experience an increase of calls from people inquiring about road conditions,” notes Gregory. “Each call they receive about these type of inquiries, takes our telecommunicators away from helping callers who are experiencing true emergencies.”
(11-27-2020) Marshall County Sheriff’s Office has received several complaints of a subject driving around suspiciously in a black Jeep Patriot. The vehicle has been seen around old buildings and residences. On 11-27-20 just after 9:00am, a neighbor observed this vehicle on Dallas Lane just off Slickback Road. The caller observed a male around the residence and a building there. Deputies responded to the area and located the vehicle leaving the scene on Slickback Road. Ronald Douglas of Clinton was subsequently arrested following a brief investigation. Douglas had burglarized a vacant residence and a detached garage on the property. Douglas had removed several hundred dollars worth of items from those properties. All items were recovered and returned to the property owner. Douglas was lodged at the Marshall County Jail on 2 counts of Burglary 3rd and 1 count Possession of Burglars Tools.
All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
(11-28-20)
At approximately 10:05pm, a Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputy observed a black Mustang east bound on US68 East in the Briensburg community traveling in excess of 83 MPH. As the deputy initiated emergency equipment, the operator of the Mustang fled accelerating well over 100 MPH. Deputies were able to catch up to the vehicle on Big Bear Hwy where the vehicle again fled nearly striking another deputy head on. The operator failed to negotiate a curve while fleeing from police at high rates of speed and ran off the roadway causing the vehicle to overturn. The operator was quickly apprehended. The operator was identified as a 17 year old teen from Hazel, Calloway County. The teen was treated and released from Marshall County Hospital for minor injuries. After release, the operator was lodged at the McCracken County Juvenile Detention Center. There were 3 other juvenile passengers in the vehicle. All suffered injuries as a result of the actions taken by the operator of the Mustang.
* 3 counts – Wanton endangerment other persons 1st degree
Benton, Ky. (December 1, 2020) — On December 1, 2020, the Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch arrested Randolph H. Crawford, 50, on charges related to child sexual abuse material.
Crawford was arrested as the result of an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. The KSP Electronic Crime Branch began the investigation after discovering the suspect sharing images of child sexual exploitation online.
The investigation resulted in the execution of a search warrant at a residence in Benton, KY on December 1, 2020. Equipment used to facilitate the crime was seized and taken to KSP’s forensic laboratory for examination. The investigation is ongoing.
Crawford is currently charged with seventy-four counts of distribution of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance and twenty counts of possession of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance. These charges are Class-D felonies punishable by one to five years in prison. Crawford was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.
The Kentucky Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force is comprised of more than twenty-six local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. The mission of the ICAC Task Force, created by the United States Department of Justice and administrated by the Kentucky State Police, is to assist state and local law enforcement agencies in developing a response to cyber enticement and child sexual abuse material investigations. This support encompasses forensic and investigative components, training and technical assistance, victim services, prevention and community education. The ICAC program was developed in response to the increasing number of children and teenagers using the internet, the proliferation of child sexual abuse material, and the heightened online activity of predators searching for unsupervised contact with underage victims.
Hickory, KY (December 1, 2020) – 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.
Supervisory-approved traffic safety checkpoint locations are conducted in the following Kentucky counties: Ballard, Calloway, Carlisle, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Livingston, Lyon, McCracken, Marshall and Trigg. A list of current checkpoint locations can be found on our website, http://kentuckystatepolice.org/post1checkpoints/.
The following people were arrested/charged by the Calvert City Police Department:
Matthew E. Little, 47, of 21 Quail Road, Calvert City was charged on November 26, 2020 with criminal trespassing 3rd degree.
Lorelei A. Rambeau, 23, of 175 Park Street, Gilbertsville was arrested on November 28, 2020 for possession of a controlled substance 1st degree 1st offense (methamphetamine). She was also charged with possession of a controlled substance 1st degree 1st offense (drug unspecified), possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and prescription controlled substance not in proper container 1st offense.
Marshall County Sheriff’s Office report (12-4-20)
Deputies were dispatched to a head on collision with entrapment at 641 and Brewers Hwy. Emerson Potts, 18 years old, of Benton, was flown to Skyline Hospital, in Nashville, for her injuries. Jonathan Coley of Calvert was transported to Marshall County E.R. by ambulance and then airlifted from there to skyline due to his injuries. The Sheriffs office would like to thank all first responder agencies that assisted with the collision.
Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Convertible Announced as 2021Trooper Island Raffle Vehicle
Frankfort, KY. (Dec. 7, 2020) –The season of giving is here and the Kentucky State Police (KSP) hope citizens will consider the purchase of a Trooper Island Camp raffle ticket as a stocking stuffer for that special gift item. The raffle is for a new 2021 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Convertible and proceeds from the sales support the agency’s Trooper Island Camp for disadvantaged children. Coming from Don Franklin Chevrolet in Burkesville, Ky., this iconic Camaro is cloaked in a black exterior and gray, leather interior. It’s equipped with 6.2 liter V8 engine and a 10-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission that can go from 0-60 in 4.3 seconds.
KSP Spokesman Sergeant Billy Gregory said he hopes the early arrival of the raffle tickets will increase sales during the holiday shopping season.
“We hope that people will like the uniqueness of a gift that not only provides the opportunity to win a car but also supports Trooper Island Camp,” says Gregory. “Even if they don’t win the car, the recipient knows that their gift helped send a child to camp, who otherwise would not have had that opportunity.”
Tickets are $10 each and are available at www.trooperisland.org or at any KSP post located throughout the state. For a limited time, people who purchase raffle tickets will receive a stocking stuffer certificate which can be placed in a stocking or a Christmas card that verifies the purchase of the gift. The certificates are available online through Dec. 18 and in-person purchase through Dec. 24.
A total of 35,000 tickets will be sold with the winning ticket to be drawn on Sunday August 29, 2021 at the Kentucky State Fair. Ticket holders do not have to be present at the drawing to win. The raffle winner is responsible for all tax and license fees. (Charitable gaming license #0000633.)
The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro features legendary looks with its black convertible top, 20″ aluminum 5 spoke silver wheels and a silver rally stripe. There’s a remote engine start with heated seats and steering wheel. Inside the convertible, there’s an AM/FM infotainment system 3.0 8″ CLR display with NAV, a premium audio system and SiriusXM satellite radio. It’s equipped with top of the line safety features including HD digital vision rear view, rear park assist, rear cross traffic alert, lane change alert and heads-up display. A full list of features and equipment can be found on the Trooper Island website at www.trooperisland.org.
Trooper Island is a free summer camp for underprivileged boys and girls age 10-12 operated by the Kentucky State Police on Dale Hollow Lake in Clinton County. It is financed entirely by donations; no public funds are used. Each year, the camp hosts approximately 700 children, providing good food, fresh air, recreation, guidance and structured, esteem-building activities designed to build good citizenship and positive relationships with law enforcement officers.
Hardin, KY. (December 11, 2020) – Thursday afternoon, December 10, 2020, Troopers with Kentucky State Police, Post 1 and Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a man armed with a handgun and a long gun, walking down Allison Road in the Hardin community of Marshall County. Troopers located James “Ricky” Borders, 64 of Hardin, Kentucky on Allison Road and ordered him to drop his weapons. Borders complied and advised Troopers and Deputies he was trying to shoot and kill the “creatures that captured Sheriff Eddie McGuire.” Borders was under the influence of a substance, but directed Troopers and Deputies to his residence where they were met by Tracy L. Scott, 48, also of Hardin. Scott was also under the influence of a substance. A search of the residence revealed suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia along with multiple rifles and handguns inside a safe. An additional handgun was found in plain view inside the residence. Further investigation revealed Borders is a convicted felon.
Borders and Scott were taken into custody and lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center. Borders was charged with Possession of a Handgun by Convicted Felon, Discharge Firearm/Other Device Across Public Road, Possession of Firearm by Convicted Felon, Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Degree, 1st Offense – Methamphetamine, Drug Paraphernalia – Buy/Possess, and Public Intoxication – Controlled Substance (Excludes Alcohol). Scott was charged with Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Degree, 1st Offense – Methamphetamine, Drug Paraphernalia – Buy/Possess, and Failure to Notify Address Change to Department of Transportation.
Hickory, KY. (December 11, 2020) – Troopers with Kentucky State Police, Post 1 are currently assisting Tennessee authorities in locating two escaped inmates from northwest Tennessee. KSP is urging all citizens along the state line area in far western Kentucky to be cautious. After escaping custody, the inmates reportedly committed several burglaries and thefts in this general area. The public is asked to check on their loved ones and report any suspicious activity. Also, KSP requests that the public lock their vehicles and homes. In the event of an emergency, please call 911. For non-emergencies, please call 270-856-3721.
Calloway County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing juvenile. Cody Cobb, age 15, of Murray, Kentucky was last seen at approximately 12:30 p.m. on Friday, December 11, 2020 in the 1400 block of Main Street in Murray. Cody is 5’05” and weighs approximately 160 lbs. He has brown hair, hazel eyes, and was last seen wearing a burgundy hoodie with gray jogging pants and white Nike shoes.
Anyone with information related to the whereabouts of Cody is asked to call 270-753-3151.
(Dec. 14, 2020 – UPDATE) Thursday December 10th, we asked for the publics help in identifying and locating suspects in a burglary on Tatumsville Hwy. With the publics assistance, we were able to identify the vehicle and the suspects accused of committing the burglary.
The following people were arrested/charged by the Calvert City Police Department:
Travis R. Shrum, 28, of 979 Walnut Street, Calvert City was arrested on December 08, 2020 on a Marshall County Warrant for fraudulent use of a credit card $500 < $10,000.
Brandice L. Ross, 35, of 21072 W. 118th Ter., Olathe, KS was arrested on December 09, 2020 for DUI 1st offense. She was also charged with no registration plates, failure to produce insurance card, and failure of owner to maintain required insurance 1st offense.
Brian Adam Bledsoe, 36, of 89 Oaklawn Lane, Calvert City was arrested on December 10, 2020 on a Marshall County Warrant for failure to appear.
Erin Michelle Hunt, 31, of 417 Oaks Road, Paducah was charged on December 13, 2020 with possession of marijuana (enhancement) and possession of drug paraphernalia (enhancement).
Daniel Wright Pearson, 30, of 1051 Vasseur Avenue, Paducah was arrested December 13, 2020 for possession of a controlled substance 1st degree 2nd offense (methamphetamine) (enhancement). He was also charged with possession of marijuana (enhancement), possession of drug paraphernalia (enhancement), illegal possession of a legend drug (enhancement), and possession of a handgun by a convicted felon.
(Dec. 10, 2020 – Original story) Deputies were dispatched to the Tatumsville Road area today at approximately 10:46. They responded to a burglary in progress by a witness who was close by. The suspects left the area prior to the deputies arrival. There is a male suspect that is unidentified, however the witness was able to provide a couple of good photographs of a female seen leaving the burglarized home.
