CRIME & SAFETY
Lexington boy found shot, taken to hospital
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — A Lexington minor was reportedly involved in an overnight shooting and was taken to a hospital, according to authorities. It happened around 10:11 p.m. Wednesday on Valley Farm Drive in Lexington, according to police. The minor was reportedly taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening...
3 dead after investigation at Richmond home
RICHMOND, Ky. (FOX 56) — The deaths of three people found in a Madison County home are under investigation. Around 4 a.m. on Tuesday, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office arrived at a home on Elmwood Drive to assist Madison County EMS with a death investigation. Authorities said Sherry...
Propane tank explodes at Georgetown business
SCOTT COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - A propane tank explosion caused a fire at a Georgetown machine shop. It happened just before 2 p.m. Monday. Fire crews say heavy smoke was coming from the building. No one was hurt. Fire Chief Tim Thompson says the workers were lucky the explosion was...
Family continues fight to solve Lexington homicide 6 years later
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Another year has passed since the death of 32-year-old Christopher Snow, who was found shot in 2018 near 4th and Ohio streets in Lexington. Each year, his family reminds people of who he was by placing flyers and holding a candlelight vigil and balloon release. Monday would’ve been his 38th birthday.
Missing 81-year-old Knoxville man found safe in Kentucky, Knox County Sheriff’s Office says
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Knox County Sheriff’s Office’s Major Crimes Unit asked for help finding a missing man Wednesday evening. KCSO said 81-year-old Arthur Washington, of Knoxville, hasn’t returned home since early Tuesday morning. They added he may be lost and unable to get back home safely.
Roadway back open after Lexington crash
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT)—Crews in Lexington responded to a crash on Old Richmond Road and Turner Station Road Tuesday afternoon. The roadway was shut down in both directions while crews worked the scene. Officials have not confirmed if anyone was hurt. This story will be updated as we learn more...
Mother's quest for justice for unsolved homicides
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Lexington’s police department is providing the public with an additional source to leave information regarding unsolved homicides dating back to the 1970s. Shawnda Snow has birthday supplies displayed next to an angel figurine to celebrate what she calls Chris’ April “two-two” birthday. With orange balloons...
Lexington Police and DEA to host National Prescription Take Back Day
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Police Department, in collaboration with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and law enforcement agencies nationwide, is hosting National Prescription Take Back Day on April 27, 2024. Event Details:. Date: April 27, 2024. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Location: Kentucky...
2 brothers, accused of murder, expected to be in court today
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Two murder suspects, arrested in connection to the death of Elaina Mammen, are expected to step before a judge today. Hubert Riley and his younger brother Alexander are scheduled for court at 9:00 a.m., for a status hearing. The Rileys were arrested and...
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