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KSP: Hardin County man arrested after alleged sodomy

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Christopher Rogers. Photo: HCDC

A Hardin County man was arrested Tuesday allegedly sexually abusing two minors.

During a forensic interview, Kentucky State Police say the two victims, both of which are juveniles, disclosed that the subject, Christopher Rogers, had sexually abused and sodomized them. The two stated that the incident happened at Rogers’ house, but could not tell officers exactly when it occurred. Rogers was brought to Post 4 to be interviewed, where he advised Troopers that they would need to speak to a lawyer.

Rogers was arrested and charged with Sodomy 1st degree, a Class B felony if convicted. He was lodged in the Hardin County Detention Center. 

Churchill Downs announces Derby health protocol

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Officials with the Kentucky Derby have released their health and safety protocols for this year’s event. September 5th’s Run for the Roses will call for a 40% maximum occupancy. That’s 14% of the record attendance in 2015. Fans will be limited to reserved seating, meaning tickets for the infield and standing room only will not be allowed. Masks, temperature check, and social distancing will be enforced. The Derby is the country’s longest-running sporting event.

AG Daniel Cameron meets with family, friends of Brionna Taylor

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While the investigation into the death of Breonna Taylor continues, Attorney General Daniel Cameron, for the first time, sat down with Taylor’s friends and family on Wednesday. The meeting, which was announced through Cameron’s office, was a chance for him to express his personal condolences to Taylor’s family and friends. Cameron has previously stated that his office is awaiting the results of a ballistics test from the FBI.

The FBI Field office in Louisville is conducting a separate death investigation.

McGrath makes stop in Elizabethtown

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U.S. Senate candidate Amy McGrath made a stop in Elizabethtown yesterday. The retired Marine Lieutenant Colonel held a meet and greet with prospective voters at the Elizabethtown Nature Park Tuesday afternoon. McGrath says the chance to get out and see supporters is something she looks forward to.

McGrath won the Democratic primary in June, and faces longtime Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell in November’s general election.

Longtime LaRue County official announced retirement

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A chapter of LaRue County history will close at the end of this month. Judge-Executive Tommy Turner announced Tuesday morning that he will be retiring at the end of August, bringing his 34-year run as the county’s leader to a close. 

Turner says Governor Beshear will appoint a replacement to serve until the next election, with one of the magistrate to serve in between retirement and appointment, if needed.