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Car Chase Ends in Bullitt County Monday Afternoon

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A stolen vehicle led multiple agencies on a car chase that ended in Bullitt County yesterday afternoon.

According to Kentucky State Police Post 4, a suspect had allegedly carjacked the vehicle at gunpoint in Jeffersonville, Indiana. The suspect drove in a reckless manner with speeds of almost 100 mph.

The pursuit ended near the Welcome Center on I-65 in Bullitt County. The Louisville Metro Police Department’s SWAT team was called to assist. The suspect, 55-year-old Jeffrey A. Thomas of Louisville was then arrested without incident. He is being charged with Receiving Stolen Property, Wanton Endangerment – first degree, Fleeing or Evading Police – first degree and several other traffic violations.

Murder Investigation Being Conducted of Missing Four Year Old

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On Friday afternoon, February 18th, Kentucky State Police Post 4 Detectives located the body of four-year-old Serenity McKinney, who was reported missing on February 2nd, 2022. The body was found in West Point near the Jefferson-Bullitt County line. Serenity’s mother, 21-year-old Catherine McKinney and boyfriend, 26-year-old Dakota Hill, both of Shepherdsville were arrested last week in Kansas and charged with murder and abuse of a corpse. 

The case remains under investigation by Kentucky State Police Post 4 Detectives.

Breckinridge County Sheriff’s Office Searching for Electric Company Impersonator

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On Sunday, February 13th, a male subject with a Hispanic accent represented himself as an employee with a Meade County Electric Company. While at the residence, the subject stole personal property. The subject drove a white utility van, but Deputies believe a black Ford Focus could be a possible lookout vehicle. 

Anyone with information on this case should contact Deputy Joey Board with the Breckinridge Sheriff’s Office. 

Additionally, as a safety precaution, if anyone approaches a residence as a person working for any company, always check for identification. If one feels unsafe, call the local law enforcement agency. 

Bullitt County Woman Charged with Murder-Domestic Violence

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On Sunday night, February 13th, 2022, Bullitt County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a residence on Elmo Road on reports of a possible shooting. Upon arrival, deputies discovered one female with a gunshot wound to the head. The victim was transported to the University of Louisville Hospital, but later died.

An investigation into the shooting has led to the arrest of 25-year-old Megan Ziegler. She is being held in the Bullitt County Detention Center.

At this time, the name of the victim is not being released.