Tompkinsville man charged after allegedly trying to shoot deer illegally

TOMPKINSVILLE, Ky. – A Tompkinsville man is charged with attempting to illegally shoot a deer, along with multiple drug offenses.

According to a uniform citation, shortly before midnight on Saturday, Oct. 31, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department was dispatched for reported gun fire in the area of North Main Street.

Upon arrival, authorities say a strong odor of marijuana was coming from a home.

Deputies say two male subjects were near the doorway, while two female subjects ran into a basement.

Authorities say one of the male subjects, 32-year-old Heriberto Magana, had a pistol tucked into his waistband and appeared to be under the influence of marijuana.

Deputies say Magana and the other male subject were detained.

Authorities say Magana stated he had fired the gun to attempt to shoot a deer behind the house.

According to deputies, two female juveniles were found hiding in the basement. Authorities say one of the teens appeared to be under the influence of marijuana.

Magana was arrested and transported to the Barren County Detention Center, where he has since been released.

He faces charges of attempted illegal taking of wildlife, possession of marijuana, second-degree unlawful transaction with a minor, second-degree disorderly conduct and public intoxication – controlled substance (excludes alcohol).