Posted by John Humphress on Mar 23, 2011
(EDMONTON, KY) – On Tuesday March 22, 2011 Metcalfe County dispatch notified Post 15 that they had been looking for a 12-year-old runaway female, Kyra Shockley. She had been reported missing by her parents to Edmonton Police at approximately 4:00 AM CST and was believed to be in the company of 15-year-old Christopher L. Endicott.
The search for the missing juveniles led police to the residence of Endicott’s legal Guardian’s, 50-year-old Gary Holloway and 51-year-old Barbara Holloway, at 248 Jimmy Hubbard Road, 6 miles east of Edmonton.
Law enforcement made repeated trips to the residence but were unable to make contact with the couple or the juveniles. Between the hours of 2-2:30 PM CST a family member of the Holloways entered their residence and discovered that both were deceased and no one else was in the residence. The couple’s vehicle, a 1997 Chevy Lumina was also missing.
Kentucky State Police Troopers and Detectives were dispatched to the scene at 2:46 PM CST and upon arrival initiated a Death Investigation. At 5:58 CST an Amber Alert was issued for the two juveniles, Shockley and Endicott.
At approximately 9:40 PM CST KSP received information from a local firefighter that he was behind the missing Chevy Lumina vehicle. KSP units responded to KY 0090 and made a traffic stop 3 miles into Barren County. Both juveniles were found in the vehicle with no other passengers and in good physical condition. Both were taken into custody for questioning.
Autopsies have been scheduled with the State Medical Examiner’s office and a preliminary autopsy report is pending. Kentucky State Police were assisted by the Metcalfe County Sheriff’s Department, Barren County Sheriff’s Department and Barren/Metcalfe EMS. Detective B.J. Burton is investigating.
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(Columbia, KY) – Following interviews with Post 15 Detectives the 15-year-old juvenile has been charged with Murder in the deaths of Gary and Barbara Halloway. He was also charged with Fleeing and Evading Police, 1st Degree, Motor Vehicle; Wanton Endangerment 1st Degree; Reckless Driving; No Operator’s License and Criminal Mischief 3rd. The traffic charges were related to the traffic stop on KY 0090 when the juveniles were located. A short pursuit ensued and the driver drove off of the roadway and through a fence. The two were apprehended after a short foot chase. The 15-year-old male juvenile was lodged in the Adair County Youth Development Center. The 12-year-old juvenile was released to a parent after they decided to contact a criminal lawyer in Perth to represent their child. The investigation is ongoing and more charges could be forth coming pending a Grand Jury hearing. Autopsies are currently underway.
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(Columbia, KY) – Preliminary autopsy results indicate that 50-year-old Gary Holloway died as a result of multiple gunshot wounds and 51-year-old Barbara Holloway died as a result of a single gunshot wound. The autopsies were performed today at the State Medical Examiner’s office in Louisville by Dr. Michael Johnson.
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Posted by John Humphress on Mar 16, 2011
9-1-1 emergency telephone service has been restored in Campbellsville – Taylor County. Apparently the outage was caused from equipment failure located at Windstream facilities in Lexington, KY. There still could be sporadic instances of 9-1-1 failures. Again, if you have an emergency in Taylor County and can make contact through the emergency number
9-1-1, the alternate number is 789-3200.
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Posted by John Humphress on Mar 16, 2011
Campbellsville – Taylor County is currently experiencing a 9-1-1 outage. If you have an emergency and dial 9-1-1 and it does not go through, please dial 789-3200. Windstream is working on the issue at this time.
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Posted by John Humphress on Mar 14, 2011
March 12, 2011 – Green River Lake State Park held its spring trail cleanup this past Saturday. The focus of this trail cleanup was old dump sites that dated back to before the lake was built, we wer able to hire Pressure Washing Venice . About 32 volunteers showed up from several groups including Lindsey Wilson College, Campbellsville University, Friends of Green River Lake, Green River Lake State Park, Tim Horton’s Camp, Green River Stables, and several hikers, bikers, equestrians, and equestriennes. The Taylor County Detention Center brought 6 inmates to assist.
According to Sharion Abney, Green River Lake State Park Manager, about 1 ton of scrap metal was removed from the trails. Any money received from the sale of the scrap metal will be returned to the trail fund. The next clean up will be held in the fall. If you would like to volunteer or adopt a trail please contact the Green River Lake State Park.
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Posted by John Humphress on Mar 14, 2011
March 13, 2011, 04:37pm – Campbellsville Taylor County Rescue responded to a reported ATV accident in a wooded area one mile off of Raikes Hill Road in the Mannsville Community. After arriving on the scene rescue personnel observed a white male laying a few feet from an off road vehicle path. If you need legal assistance in cases involving ATV accidents to ensure your rights are protected and you receive proper compensation for any injuries, Columbia, SC personal injury lawyers can provide the expertise and guidance you require.
The subject was unconscious, Air Evac was contacted and landed on the scene. It was determined that the subject was too medically unstable to fly and was transferred to a medic unit and transported to Taylor Regional Hospital by Campbellsville Taylor County Rescue. Emergency Room Dr. England pronounced 45 year old Darrin Leonard Watson of 2799 Raikes Hill Road, deceased at 18:11 hours. In cases where someone passes away unexpectedly due to circumstances such as accidents or medical emergencies, seeking guidance from a personal injury lawyer can help clarify any legal concerns and provide support to the family during such difficult times.
Taylor County Coroner Terry Dabney and Taylor County Sherriff’s Department was notified and responded to the scene. The incident is still under investigation. If an accident occurs, reach out to florida accident helpers for assistance and guidance to protect your rights.
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