On February 20th at approximately 7:14pm, Deputy Chris Greenfield was dispatched to the 22 mile marker of I-24 to a vehicle crash. During the investigation, it was determined that the driver of one of the vehicles was intoxicated. Deputy Greenfield performed field sobriety tests, which were failed and found marijuana, suboxone, rolling papers, and a white powder substance on the drivers person and in the vehicle. Daniel J. Ossola age 29 of Collinsville, Illinois was arrested and charged with the following:

Benton, KY (February 26, 2017) – The Marshall County Detention Center staff contacted the Kentucky State Police Post 1 in Mayfield at 3:33 P. M. in reference to an inmate that escaped from their facility today.

Justin W. Goad, of Paducah, KY is described as a 27 year old white male, 5’09”, 145 pounds, red hair, brown eyes, and medium build. Goad was wearing a gray sweatshirt and sweatpants, black or dark colored shoes with white laces.

Goad was serving time for Trafficking in a Controlled Substance 1st Degree, 1st Offense Methamphetamine, and Possession of a Controlled Substance 1st Degree, 1st Offense, Burglary, and Theft By unlawful Taking. Goad has ties throughout west KY.

Trooper Eric West is investigating the escape. If anyone has any contact with this subject or information contact the Kentucky State Police Post 1 Mayfield at 1-800-222-5555.

On February 23rd at approximately 12:07am, Sergeant Tim Reynolds was dispatched to a complaint of a vehicle sitting in the roadway on Aurora Highway. Upon arrival, Sergeant Reynolds found the vehicle sitting sideways in the roadway with no lights on. Further investigation revealed that the vehicle had struck the guardrail. As a result of the ensuing investigation, Jack S. Alexander age 25 of Hardin was identified as the driver and charged with the following:

Operating Motor Vehicle U/Influence ALC/Drugs/ETC .08 – 1st Offense
Failure to Wear Seatbelts
Failure to Notify Address Change to Dept of Trans.

On 02/24/2017 Mark Eugene Smith 36 year old from Calvert City, KY was charged with arson first degree and assault first degree. These charges stem from an investigation conducted by Detective Captain Matt Hilbrecht and Detective Jeff Daniel. Both of whom were assisted by the Marshall County Patrol Division, Court Security Division, the State Fire Marshal’s Office, Possum Trot-Sharpe Fire Department, Calvert City Fire Department, and the Marshall County Ambulance Service. Mr. Smith was charged in connection with the assault and arson which took place on 01/28/2017 at the residence of Edward Harris in Possum Trot, KY. Mr. Smith is currently being held in the McCracken County Jail on unrelated charges. His bond for the assault and arson is set at $500,000. Assault first degree is a class B felony and Arson first degree is a class A felony.

On February 26th at approximately 4:30pm , Deputy Chris Greenfield was dispatched to Greenapple Drive in reference to a vehicle crash. The crash was a single vehicle that had hit a mailbox and was sitting in a yard. As a result of the investigation, the driver was identified as Daryl Smith age 59 of Gilbertsville. Smith was arrested and charged with the following:
Operating a Motor Vehicle U/Influence ALC/Drugs/Etc .08 1st Offense
Leaving the Scene of an Accident
No Operators / Moped License
Failure to Produce Insurance Card

On February 24^th, at approximately 7:52pm, Sergeant Jason Lane. Deputy Luke Rudd, Deputy Dennis Lewis, and Deputy Dan Melone responded to a disturbance in progress on Native Circle in Draffenville. According to a citation filed by Sergeant Lane a physical altercation had occurred and as a result William L. Smith age 40 of Benton was arrested and was charged with Assault 4th Degree and lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

On February 25th at approximately 2:33pm, Deputy Luke Rudd was dispatched to a single vehicle crash on Brewers Highway. According to the citation filed by Deputy Rudd, the vehicle had left the roadway at a bridge and had gone into the river. Deputy Rudd noticed the smell of alcoholic beverages on the driver and as a result of the investigation, Mark B. Mattheiss age 50 of Benton was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle U/Influence ALC/Drugs/Etc .08 1st Offense and License to be in Possession. Mattheiss was transported to Marshall County Hospital by Marshall County EMS and as a result was issued a court date for his charges.

On February 26th at approximately 8:09pm, Deputy Josh Anderson responded to a crash on Tatumsville Highway. According to the citation filed by Deputy Anderson, the vehicle had backed out of a driveway, crossed the road, and went into a ditch on the opposite side. As the driver continued to try and get the vehicle out, another vehicle was passing by and was struck by the vehicle coming out of the ditch. The investigation by Deputy Anderson resulted in the arrest of the driver of the first vehicle. Terry Fields age 60 of Gilbertsville was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle U/Influence ALC/Drugs/Etc .08 ( Agg Circumstances ) 1st Offense and lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

Another busy week for Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputies saw 512 calls for service. Calls responded to include the following:
Traffic Crashes – 16
Traffic Stops – 9
Extra Patrol – 125
Motorist Assists – 13
Reckless Driving Complaints – 3
Possible DUI Complaints – 4
Disturbances – 3
Domestic Disturbances – 4
Assist with Emergency Protective Order – 5
Need to Speak to Officer – 22
Drug Incident – 3
Burglary Complaints – 4
Theft Complaints – 
Animal Complaints – 6
Complaints – 12
Suspicious Person – 3
Suspicious Vehicle – 7
Attempted Warrant Service – 20
Attempted Civil Process Service – 38
Prisoner Transports – 17
Check Welfare – 3

This press release was submitted by Marshall Co. Sheriff’s Office, Public Information Officer, Trista Lovett, Clerk

Christopher Wilson, 26, of 594 Cedar Street, Apt. #58, Calvert City was arrested on February 22, 2017 by Officer Mike Canon for driving on a DUI suspended operators license 1st offense. He was also charged with no registration plates, no registration receipt, and failure of non-owner operator to maintain required insurance 1st offense.

Tabitha L. McGlasson, 32, of 609 N. 2nd Street, Bardstown was arrested on February 25, 2017 by Officer Wes Babcock on two Jefferson County warrants for failure to appear. She 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.

Walter C. Henderson, 55, of 301 South 9th Street, Apt. #203 CLFS, Paducah was arrested on February 26, 2017 by Officer Josh Burkeen for DUI 1st offense. He was also charged with failure to produce insurance card, possession of an open alcoholic beverage container in a motor vehicle, resisting arrest, and assault 3rd degree-inmate assault on a correctional employee.

Marshall County has seen an increase in theft of property, and trailers the past few weeks. We would like to encourage all Marshall County citizens to lock up your personal belongings, including vehicles, ATV’s, buildings, and homes. We would also recommend locking up trailers using a hitch locking device, or other method, as these have become easy targets to thieves.
Another way to help protect your property is through the use of surveillance cameras. Surveillance video and photographs can make a huge difference in whether a case gets solved or not, and gives us options in investigating a theft. These surveillance systems can be as elaborate as a home surveillance system, or as simple, and inexpensive, as a well placed trail cam. If you live in close proximity to a neighbor, you may consider setting up your trail cams to help cover one another, as a modern day neighborhood watch.
Something else that can aid an investigation is pictures of your valuables. This gives us a better visual of what we are looking for, and we may be able to share the photo on our page. Also take note of serial numbers, VIN’s, or any other identifying numbers because this may allow us to enter your stolen property into a national database. Many trailers do not have identifying numbers, so create your own and put it in several spots on the trailer that are visible and are not visible, and keep track of what the number is and where you placed it on the trailer. Keep all this information written down and locked up somewhere where you can get easy access to it in case of a theft. This information is also handy to have when filing an insurance claim, and your adjuster will thank you.
Furthermore, if you see something suspicious, call us. Please do not wait to call because it may take time for a deputy to get to the area in question. We would rather our community be safe than sorry. Here are some important details to try and get for dispatch if possible:
– a registration (license plate) number.
– a vehicle make, model, body style, color, etc.
– distinguishing features of the vehicle or people (bumper stickers, scars, tattoo’s)
– a direction of travel
– how many people, race, sex, approx. age, height, weight, clothing description, etc
Together we can keep Marshall County safe, and get the criminals off the streets, and out of our neighborhoods. But it will require us all working together.

On Wednesday 2-22-17 Deputy Dennis Lewis was dispatched to Old Calvert City Road in reference to a check welfare call. Deputy Lewis reported an odor of marijuana coming from the residence. Deputy Lewis reported the odor to Detective Nathan Maxlow who is assigned to narcotics. A search warrant was issued by the court and served by Detective Maxlow, Deputy Lewis and Sergeant Tim Reynolds. Connie Ham age 52 of Calvert City and Kevin W. Rudd age 52 of Calvert City were charged with Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Rudd was charged with Possession of Handgun by Convicted Felon. Ham was charged with complicity to that charge.

Deputies assigned to the Court Security Division report the following activity for the previous week:
Sessions of Court Attended – 12
Inmates Moved to and from Court – 27
People Checked Into Building – 2692
Adult Out of County Transports – 8
Juvenile Out of County Transports – 3
Vehicles Inspected – 60

On February 27, 2017, Detective Nathan Maxlow was in an unmarked police vehicle when he observed a vehicle being operated in a reckless manner. According to the citation filed by Detective Maxlow he observed the car operating at high speeds and weaving in and out of traffic. Further, he observed the vehicle pass in a no passing zone, approaching a hill crest, with traffic oncoming. He stopped the vehicle and arrested the driver, Andrew D. Langdon age 19 of Paducah. Langdon was charged with Wanton Endangerment 1st Degree ( 2 cts ), Reckless Driving, and Operating on Suspended or Revoked Operators License. Langdon was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

On February 27th at approximately 5:02pm, Deputy Chris Greenfield conducted a traffic stop in Hardin. According to the citation filed by Deputy Greenfield, he had observed and identified the driver as Randy G. McDaniel age 45 of Benton. A check confirmed the existence of an arrest warrant for McDaniel. The continued investigation resulted in a Operating Motor Vehicle U/Influence ALC/Drugs/Etc .08 – 1st offense. McDaniel was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

(HICKORY, KY.) 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 our 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)

On Thursday March 2nd Deputy Dennis Lewis received a call in reference to a possible impaired driver on US 68 E near Aurora. The caller stated that the vehicle nearly hit another vehicle head on and then a second call came in that the vehicle was at Bait-N-More and while leaving the parking lot he backed into a sign. Upon arrival, Deputy Lewis observed the vehicle on Smethers Ln and upon activation of emergency lights the vehicle ran off the roadway coming to rest in his own driveway. Deputy Lewis noticed a strong smell of alcohol coming from the subject. The field sobriety test was conducted and many indicators were present for being under the influence. Brian J. Oles 59, of Benton, was arrested and charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence 4th or > and Driving on DUI Suspended License. Oles was transported and lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

This press release was submitted by Marshall Co. Sheriff’s Office, Public Information Officer, Trista Lovett, Clerk.

PADUCAH, KY (March 3, 2017) -At 10:21 p.m. on March 2, 2017, Kentucky State Police responded to 365 Meacham Lane in McCracken County in reference to the ongoing investigation in the escape of Justin W. Goad. Upon their arrival, a male fled on foot away from the residence. After a brief foot pursuit, Justin W. Goad was taken into custody. Also taken into custody at the residence was Kayla M. Birdwell of Paducah, Kentucky.

Goad was charged with Escape 1st Degree (Felony) and Fleeing or Evading Police 1st Degree (Felony). He was lodged in the Marshall County Jail.

Birdwell was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance 1st Degree (Felony), Possession of Marijuana (Misdemeanor), Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree (Misdemeanor), and two counts of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor). She was also served with a Kentucky warrant for Failure to Appear in a pending Calloway County case. She was also charged with Fugitive from Another State in reference to an outstanding warrant from Illinois. She was lodged in McCracken County Jail.

Kentucky State Police was assisted at the residence by McCracken County Sheriff Department.

The escape investigation is ongoing by Trooper Eric West. Trooper West may be contacted 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.

On March 5th at 5:17pm Deputy Chris Greenfield observed a vehicle being operated on Egner’s Ferry Road. He observed the vehicle weaving and crossing lines. The vehicle pulled into the Dollar General Store in Fairdealing and the Deputy made contact with the driver. As a result of the ensuing investigation, Deputy Greenfield charged Ricky W. Henson age 50 of Benton with Operating a Motor Vehicle U/Influence ALC/Drugs/Etc .08 4th or Subsequent Offense. Driving on DUi Suspended License. Henson was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

On March 4th at approximately 10:30am, Deputy Greenfield was dispatched to Gilbertsville Highway in reference to a disturbance. It was reported that one of the individuals had left. Deputy Greenfield found the subject at 5th and Oak Park Blvd in Calvert City. Deputy Greenfield arrested Gary Stamper age 37 of Benton and charged him with Public Intoxication – Controlled Substance

On March 5th, Deputy Luke Rudd investigated vandalism to multiple mailboxes in the area of Tom Prather Church Road. Jonathan Gray, Bobby Prather, and Richard Burcks reported their mailboxes damaged Anyone with information, please contact Deputy Rudd at the Sheriff’s Office

On March 4th at approximately 8:57pm , Deputy Josh Anderson responded to a disturbance on Dr. Smith Lane near Calvert City. As a result of the investigation conducted there, Douglas W. Irvan age 48 of Calvert City was arrested and charged with Assault 4th Degree. Irvan was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

On March 4th at approximately 2:44pm, Deputy Chris Greenfield observed a vehicle on Gilbertsville Highway crossing both the centerline and fog line. Deputy Greenfield stopped the vehicle and after an investigation, arrested the driver. Melissa Scheuler age 40 of Metropolis, Illinois was charged with the following:
Operating Motor Vehicle U/Influence ALC/Drugs/Etc .08 – 1st Offense
Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Degree – Methamphetamine
Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Degree
Possession of Controlled Substance 3rd Degree
Drug Paraphernalia – Buy / Poss
Drug Paraphernalia – Deliver / Man

On March 3rd at approximately 4:15pm, Deputy Chris Greenfield was traveling south on Howards Grove Road and met a vehicle which was in his lane of travel. A traffic stop was initiated on US 62 and as a result of the investigation, Robert R. Cooper age 41 of Calvert City was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle U/Influence ALC/Drugs/Etc .08 – 2nd Offense and Possession of Open Alcoholic Beverage in Motor Vehicle. Cooper was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

On Thursday March 2nd Deputy Dennis Lewis received a call in reference to a possible impaired driver on US 68 E near Aurora. The caller stated that the vehicle nearly hit another vehicle head on and then a second call came in that the vehicle was at Bait-N-More and while leaving the parking lot he backed into a sign. Upon arrival, Deputy Lewis observed the vehicle on Smethers Ln and upon activation of emergency lights the vehicle ran off the roadway coming to rest in his own driveway. Deputy Lewis noticed a strong smell of alcohol coming from the subject. The field sobriety test was conducted and many indicators were present for being under the influence. Brian J. Oles 59, of Benton, was arrested and charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence 4th or > and Driving on DUI Suspended License. Oles was transported and lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

For the past week Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputies assigned to the Court Security Division report the following activity:
Sessions of Court Attended – 13
Inmates Moved to and from Court – 46
People Checked into Building – 2603
Adult Out of County Transports – 24
Juvenile Out of County Transports – 3
Mental Health Out of County Transports – 1
Vehicle Inspections Completed – 48

Marshall County Deputies responded to 471 calls for service this past week. This includes the following:

Traffic Crashes – 13
Traffic Stops -23
Extra Patrol -154
DUI Complaints – 3
Motorist Assists – 2
Reckless Driving Complaints – 2
Animal Complaints – 3
Assault Complaints -2
Burglary Complaints – 3
Theft Complaints – 3
Miscellaneous Complaints – 9
Disturbances / Fights – 5
Domestic Disturbances – 5
Assist With Emergency Protective Order – 3
Need to Speak to Officer – 23
Follow Up Investigation – 8
Drug Incident – 5
Suspicious Person – 4
Suspicious Vehicle – 16
Attempt Warrant Service – 19
Attempt Civil Service – 34
Prisoner Transport – 18
Check Welfare – 5

HICKORY, KY (March 9, 2017) – Activity for Kentucky State Police, Post 1, for
February is as follows;

Criminal Cases Opened……………………………………… 95

Criminal Arrests………………………………………………. 230

Citations Written…………………………………………… 1,292

Speed……………………………………………….. 363

Seatbelt……………………………………………… 180

Child Restraint………………………………………. 12

Collisions Investigated………………………………………. 48

Fatal Collisions Investigated (by KSP)……………………. 2

Calls for Service…………………………………………….. 683

DUI Arrests……………………………………………………… 27
Throughout the month, Troopers from the Mayfield Kentucky State Police Post
conducted traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 1 District. KSP utilizes traffic
safety checkpoints to promote safety for motorists 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 a highly visible, 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.

For traffic safety checkpoint locations in your area, you may refer to the web site:
www.kentuckystatepolice.org/posts/press/post1_checkpoints.html<http://www.kentuckystatepolice.org/posts/press/post1_checkpoints.html>

Through March 1, 2017, preliminary results show there have been fourteen people
killed on the roadways in the Post 1 District: four victims were not wearing
seatbelts, one fatality involved the suspected use of alcohol or drugs and one
pedestrian was struck and killed.

Kentucky State Police, Post 1, covers the 11 counties of Ballard, Calloway,
Carlisle, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Livingston, Lyon, Marshall, McCracken, and Trigg.
Citizens can contribute to highway safety by reporting erratic drivers to the
Kentucky State Police, toll-free, at 1-800-222-5555 Callers may remain anonymous and
should give a description of the vehicle, location, direction of travel, and license
number if possible.

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.

Bryant E. Deroche, 35, of 4131 Clarks River Road, #128, Paducah was arrested on March 07, 2017 by Officer Jeff Peck for public intoxication-controlled substances (excludes alcohol) and resisting arrest.

Cara D. Lampley, 24, of 594 Cedar Street, Calvert City was arrested on March 10, 2017 by Officer Wes Babcock on a Marshall County warrant for hindering prosecution or apprehension 2nd degree.

Kenneth E. Pinnegar, 49, of 1466 Betchold Road, Paducah was charged on March 12, 2017 by Officer Wes Babcock for alcohol intoxication in a public place.

A busy week for Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputies led to response to 541 calls for service. According to information from Marshall County E-911, Deputies responded to the following calls for service as part of the 541:

Traffic Crashes – 18
Traffic Stops – 25
DUI Complaints – 1
Reckless Driver Complaints – 3
Motorist Assists – 3
Extra Patrols – 269
Animal Complaints – 6
Assault Complaints – 3
Burglary Complaints – 2
Theft Complaints – 4
Disturbance / Fights – 8
Domestic Disturbance – 1
Need to Speak to Officer – 31
Investigation / Follow up – 6
Suspicious Person Complaint – 10
Suspicious Vehicle Complaints – 11
Attempted Warrant Service – 22
Attempted Civil Service – 33
Prisoner Transports – 8
Check Welfare – 6

On March 10th at approximately 8:22pm, Deputy Chris Greenfield observed a vehicle weaving on US 68 East. Deputy Greenfield initiated a traffic stop and investigated. Chadd D. Smith age 36 of Symsonia was arrested and charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence ALC/Drugs/Etc. 08 3rd Offense. Smith was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center

On March 12th at approximately 9:56pm, Deputy Chris Greenfield responded to a Calvert City address to serve a paper. He was told that the person was not home but should be home soon. Deputy Greenfield was also given the vehicle description. Deputy Greenfield observed a vehicle matching the description and initiated a traffic stop. As a result of the investigation the driver , Savanah Adams age 23 of Calvert City was arrested for the following:

Operating Motor Vehicle U/Influence ALC/Drugs/Etc .08 Aggravating Circumstances 1st Offense

Deputies from the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office Court Security Division report the following activity for the past week.

Sessions of Court Attended – 8
Inmates To and From Court – 13
People Checked Into Building – 2462
Adult Out of County Transports – 6
Out of State Prisoner Transport – 1
Vehicle Inspections – 48

On March 9th at approximately 4:29pm, Deputy Steven Oakley was dispatched to a single vehicle injury crash on Interstate 24. According to his report, a vehicle driven by Janet L. Winge age 84 of Dexter was eastbound on 24. Winge went to change from the right hand lane to the left lane as a vehicle came up beside her. Winge jerked back into her lane of travel and over corrected. The vehicle left the roadway on the right hand side, overturned, and came to rest in the treeline.

On March 9th at approximately 11:08pm, Deputy Dennis Lewis was dispatched to US 641 North in reference to a vehicle off the road. As a result of the investigation, Christopher C. Martin age 51 of Benton was arrested and charged with DUI and Driving DUI Suspended License

An ongoing investigation involving the break-in of multiple vending/coke machines in the western Ky area, especially the month of January 2017 has resulted in charges being taken out against the responsible person. Video surveillance at some of the locations that were broken into revealed a heavy set individual utilizing a drill and slide hammer to bypass the locking devices and break into various machines in several areas of McCracken County. The suspect would commit these various break-ins during the early morning hours while concealing their identity with a full face mask. Detectives were able to positively identify the masked suspect as Johnny Hall of Gilbertsville Ky.

Additional charges have been taken and or likely to be taken against Hall in other jurisdictions as it is believed he is responsible for other break-ins like those committed in McCracken County. Charges were taken against Hall, who is currently lodged in the Ballard County Jail, on March 15, 2017.

CHARGED:
Hall, Johnny R. 37 years of age
Of Gilbertsville, Ky

CHARGES:
Four Counts Of Theft By Unlawful Taking Under $500.00
Four Counts Of Criminal Mischief 2nd Degree

On Wednesday March 15th Detective Nathan Maxlow conducted an investigation on possible drug activity at a residence on John May Ln. Det. Maxlow obtained a search warrant for the residence after the completion of his investigation. Upon search of the residence a large sum of cash in a lock box and a small baggie of methamphetamine were located. Lisa K. Woody 54, of Hardin, was arrested and charged with Trafficking in Controlled Substance 1st Degree (Methamphetamine) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Also arrested was Aaron L. Woody 34, of Hardin, and charged with Trafficking In Controlled Substance 1st Degree (Methamphetamine), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Failure to Notify Address Change to Dept. of Transportation.

On Wednesday March 15th Deputy Dan Melone received a call that a juvenile male had been robbed on Karen Faye Ln in Hardin. The juvenile was approached by Zachary Ogle 19, of Hardin, whom had slammed him to the ground robbing his shoes and fled away. Deputy Melone located Ogle at his home on Karen Faye Ln and he confessed to the robbery. Ogle was placed under arrest and charged with Robbery 1st Degree.

This press release was submitted by Marshall Co. Sheriff’s Office, Public Information Officer, Trista Lovett, Clerk

Shelley E. Scillion, 40, of 1300 English Road, Gilbertsville was arrested on March 14, 2017 by Officer Jeff Peck for DUI 1st offense. She was also charged with possession of an open alcoholic beverage container in a motor vehicle.

Joshua J. Mickle, 20, of 3875 St. Rt. 181 N. CLFS, Greenville was charged on March 19, 2017 by Officer Jeff Peck with possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Jesse J. Bloomfield, 19, of 584 Pine Avenue, Calvert City was arrested on March 19, 2017 by Officer Jeff Peck for public intoxication – controlled substances (excludes alcohol).

On Wednesday March 15th Deputy Dan Melone received a call that a juvenile male had been robbed on Karen Faye Ln in Hardin. The juvenile was approached by Zachary Ogle 19, of Hardin, whom had slammed him to the ground robbing his shoes and fled away. Deputy Melone located Ogle at his home on Karen Faye Ln and he confessed to the robbery. Ogle was placed under arrest and charged with Robbery 1st Degree.

On Wednesday March 15th Detective Nathan Maxlow conducted an investigation on possible drug activity at a residence on John May Ln. Det. Maxlow obtained a search warrant for the residence after the completion of his investigation. Upon search of the residence a large sum of cash in a lock box and a small baggie of methamphetamine were located. Lisa K. Woody 54, of Hardin, was arrested and charged with Trafficking in Controlled Substance 1st Degree (Methamphetamine) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Also arrested was Aaron L. Woody 34, of Hardin, and charged with Trafficking In Controlled Substance 1st Degree (Methamphetamine), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Failure to Notify Address Change to Dept. of Transportation. We were assisted by Paducah Police Department and Kentucky State Police.

On March 13th at approximately 11:35pm, Sergeant Tim Reynolds was dispatched to Tubbs Road in reference to a single vehicle crash. As a result of the ensuing investigation, the driver, Joshua B. Sanchez-Bruce age 25 of Benton was arrested and charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle U/Influence ALC/Drugs/Etc .08 Aggravating Circumstances 1st Offense and Operating on Suspended or Revoked Operators License.

On 3-18 at 8:33pm, Deputy Chris Greenfield was dispatched to KY 80 in reference to a vehicle crash. Upon speaking to one of the operators, Dustin Frazier age 24 of Herndon, was asked that he perform standardized field sobriety tests, which he failed. After he was placed under arrest for DUI, Deputy Greenfield located controlled substances on the suspects person. Frazier was charged with Operating Motor Vehicle U/Influence of ALC/Drugs/Etc .08 1st Offense, Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Degree – Methamphetamine, No Operators License, Drug Paraphernalia – Buy / Poss, and Failure of Non Owner Operator to Maintain Required Insurance.

On March 19th at approximately 11:34pm, Deputy Chris Greenfield observed a vehicle weaving on west 5th Street. The driver, although not intoxicated, was shown to have a DUI Suspended Operators License. The driver, Derek J. Baier age 26 of Benton was arrested and charged with Driving on DUI Suspended OL and lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

On March 18 at 11:35pm, Deputy Luke Rudd was dispatched to Houser Road in reference to a single vehicle crash. Investigation resulted in Deputy Rudd discovering that the driver, Lacey Crowder age 32 of Benton, had been drinking shots of an alcoholic beverage and also discovered marijuana which Crowder admitted was hers. The investigation revealed that the vehicle was travelling southbound on Houser Road when the vehicle went off of the roadway and overturned several times. Deputy Rudd lodged Crowder in the Marshall County Detention Center on charges of DUI and Possession of Marijuana.

On March 17 Deputy Greenfield observed a vehicle on Mayfield Highway crossing the fog line and center line. Deputy Greenfield conducted a traffic stop and charged the driver, Carla H. Riley age 52 of Gilbertsville with Operating a Motor Vehicle U/Influence ALC/Drugs/Etc .08 Aggravating Circumstances 1st Offense and Possession of Open Alcoholic Beverages in Motor Vehicle.

On March 17 / 18 Deputy Chris Greenfield received information that began an investigation into drug activity on Briensburg Tatumsville Road. As a result of the investigation a search warrant was issued for a residence and resulted in the arrest of Christina M. Dubbles age 30 of Paducah on charges of Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Degree 1st Offense – Methamphetamine and Drug Paraphernalia – Buy / Possess. Chas S. Gipson age 25 of Paducah was charged with Possession of Marijuana and Drug Paraphernalia – Buy / Poss. Leslie R. Powell age 30 of Benton was charged with Possession of Marijuana and Drug Paraphernalia – Buy / Possess.

Marshall County Deputies assigned to the Court Security Division report the following activity for the last week:
Sessions of Court Attended – 16
Inmates to and from Court – 59
People Checked into Building – 2487
Adult Transports – 14
Juvenile Transports – 1
Vehicles Inspected – 40

433 call for service for Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputies this past week includes the following:
Traffic Crash – 21
Traffic Stops – 8
DUI Complaints – 2
Reckless Driving Complaints – 4
Motorist Assist – 3
Extra Patrol – 167
Animal Complaint – 2
Assault – 2
Burglary – 2
Thefts – 7
Disturbances – 1
Domestic Disputes – 11
Assist with Emergency Protective Orders – 1
Follow Up Investigations – 7
Drug Incidents – 4
Alcohol Intoxication Complaints – 1
Need to Speak to Officer – 27
Prisoner Transportation – 59
Suspicious Vehicle – 5
Suspicious Person – 7
Attempted Warrant Service – 18
Attempted Civil service – 27
Check the Welfare – 2

On 03/14/2017 at approximately 7:39am the Calvert City Police Department was dispatched to a residence on South Main Street in Calvert City in reference to two unresponsive males. Upon arrival to the residence, and officer with the Calvert City Police Department located Karson and Taylor May inside the residence. Calvert City PD and other first responders administered first aid both individuals. Karson May was transported to an area hospital for treatment. Taylor May passed away at the residence.

While at the residence, Calvert City PD collected what they believed to be items of illegal drugs, paraphernalia, and other evidence. During a preliminary investigation, the Calvert City PD interviewed numerous individuals. During the interviews it was alleged that Karson(age 18)and Taylor May (age 23) had been using the synthetic drug U-47700 (commonly known as U4 or Pink on the street) the night prior.

U-47700 is an analgesic synthetic drug developed in the 1970s. It has never been tested on humans, but the effects produced are reported to be similar to an extremely potent Opioid. U-47700 has 7.5 times the potency of Morphine in animal models.

According to law enforcement and open source reporting, multiple fatal overdoses across the United States have been linked to this synthetic Opioid. The DEA temporarily scheduled U-47700 as a schedule I drug on September 7, 2016. Despite this measure, U-47700 is readily available online and is reportedly manufactured in China. U-47700 is generally sold in powder or tablet form.

Based on totality of the circumstances and the preliminary investigation, law enforcement officials suspect that both Karson and Taylor May had overdosed on illegal drugs.

Detectives with Marshall and McCracken County Sheriff’s Offices assisted in the investigation. Over the course of the next several days. As part of the ensuing investigation detectives interviewed numerous individuals and executed several search warrants.

On 03/21/2017 detectives located Thomas “Jared” Hardin(age 23) in McCracken County at his work. Hardin was later arrested by detectives with the Marshall County Sheriff Office and charged with one count of Trafficking in a Synthetic Drug and Manslaughter 2nd degree. Hardin was lodged in the McCracken County Regional Jail. Hardin’s charges stem from him providing Taylor May with U4 that is believed to have ultimately led to May’s death.

The investigation continued into the early morning hours of 03/22/2017 as law enforcement agencies with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office and the Calvert City Police Department executed a search warrant at Jevan Sheppard’s (age 25) residence located on Connector Street just outside of Draffenville in Marshall County. During a search of the residence detectives seized what is believed to be quantities of drug U-47700 (in a white powder form) that was packaged for sale, other drugs, a digital scale, a drug ledger and numerous loaded firearms that were in close proximity to the drugs.

Sheppard was arrested and charged with one count of Trafficking in a Synthetic Drug and one count of Firearm Enhanced Trafficking in a Synthetic Drug. The Trafficking in a Synthetic Drug offense stems from Sheppard selling U4 to Hardin who then sold it to Mays. The Firearm Enhanced Trafficking offense stems from the search warrant where firearms were located in close proximity to quantities of U4 which were intended to be sold.

Detectives also seized $20,000 from Sheppard that is believed to be proceeds of illegal drug sales.

The investigation is continuing and more charges and defendants are possible.

The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, McCracken County Sheriff’s Department, and Calvert City Police Department feels it is extremely important to warn the public that “U4” and other synthetic drugs are very dangerous. U4 was originally a research drug that was not ever placed into trials. It is being manufactured in China and is not regulated. The same amount of U4 may have different potencies, depending on manufacturing location, etc…

There have been numerous reported incidents of serious injury merely from the inhalation of, and physical contact with U4.

Synthetic drugs are creating a unique challenge to law enforcement, the medical community, and the court system. The medical community is searching for ways to combat the problem while also attempting to test for all the various compounds so that overdoses and symptoms can be properly treated.

The present outcome of the investigation was only possible by the cooperation of the three departments. This investigation has spanned several communities and will continue to be investigated as far as the departments can.

PALMA, KY (March 26, 2017) – On March 25, 2017, at approximately 3:00 a.m., Kentucky
State Police responded to a report of a stabbing. The victim, a 19 year old male,
reported he had been assaulted by three strangers while at a gathering on Highway
68, near Griggstown Road in Marshall County. The victim also reported he had
property taken during the assault. The victim was taken to Lourdes Hospital for
treatment of non-life threatening injuries.

The investigation is continuing by Trooper Eric West. Anyone with information 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.

Tracy J. Orman, 50, of 747 Juniper Street, Calvert City was arrested on March 21, 2017 by Captain Robert West for DUI 3rd offense. She was also charged with speeding (74/45).

Kendra N. Milam, 30, of 25 Benton Birmingham Road, #63, Benton was arrested on March 23, 2017 by Officer Jeff Peck on a Marshall County warrant for failure to appear.

Cody R. Shelton, 33, of 1650 Houser Road, Benton was arrested on March 25, 2017 by Officer Jeff Peck for alcohol intoxication in a public place, wanton endangerment 2nd degree, and tampering with physical evidence.