Scottsville man allegedly stabs another, charged with assault

BURKESVILLE, Ky. – Kentucky State Police is investigating an assault in Cumberland County.

Police responded to a call early Monday morning to assist in an investigation with a stabbing on Cary Lane.

The preliminary investigation shows Dennis Spears, 22 of Scottsville, and Timothy Alexander, 42 of Burkesville, were in a physical altercation outside of a residence.

Police say Spears armed himself with a knife and stabbed Alexander.

Alexander was transported from the scene to Cumberland County Hospital and flown to the University of Kentucky Hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries.

After the altercation, Spears remained outside the residence and held the knife toward others.

Police say Austin White, 25 of Burkesville, struck Spears with a vehicle to prevent further assaults.

Spears was transported to TJ Samson Hospital for treatment and has been released.

Spears was arrested and charged with assault, 1st degree. He is lodged in the Adair County Detention Center.

The investigation is ongoing.