Author: WNKY Staff

WATCH: Body cam footage released of arrest in Corvette thefts

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department has released body camera footage from a recent theft arrest that involved eight Corvettes. On March 22, Deantae Cortez Walker, 21, Westland, Michigan was arrested in connection with multiple Corvette thefts from the GM Assembly Plant. He faces charges of receiving stolen property $10,000 or more, third-degree fleeing or evading police…

KSP investigating possible drowning death

BUTLER, Ky. – Kentucky State Police is investigating a possible drowning death in Pendleton County. On Monday, KSP Post 6 says it responded to a possible drowning after a citizen reported seeing a body in floodwaters. The body was wearing a life jacket. KSP says the Pendleton County Search and Rescue Team recovered the body of Robert E. Singleton, 66,…

Officials warn flood victims to watch out for scams

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – If you are already beginning to rebuild and need a second option or professional help, the City of Bowling Green is warning you to research before you reach out. City officials say you should only use licensed contractors and can find that database on the website above or by calling 270-781-3135. They say you should be…

Shelby County jail employee facing misconduct, sodomy charges

SHELBYVILLE, Ky. – Kentucky State Police is investigating allegations made against a jail employee. KSP Post 12 says it was requested to investigate a complaint at the Shelby County Detention Center on April 4. The allegations were made against a jail employee who allegedly committed inappropriate behavior toward a female inmate on April 1. Detectives say the jail employee, while…

How to stay safe in floodwater

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Now that the rain has stopped and we’ve seen a look at the damages across the Commonwealth comes the recovery process. If you’re starting to clean up your yard or flooded home, there are a few things to keep in mind. After a flood, officials say it’s important to prioritize safety by avoiding floodwater, as there…

State police investigating Pike County shooting death

BELFRY, Ky. – Kentucky State Police is investigating a shooting death in Pike County. On Saturday, KSP says it received a call regarding a shooting in Belfry. KSP says investigators arrived at a parking lot of a business on State Highway 319 and discovered a subject that had been shot. The preliminary investigation indicates Greely Hurley, 30, of Stopover, was…

Tax deadline extended for Kentuckians due to flooding

Tax season is here, but the deadline to file has been pushed for Kentuckians as many continue to pick up the pieces after severe weather. The deadline for both federal and state taxes has been extended from April 15 to Nov. 3. Late filing and payment penalties are being waived for Kentuckians who file after April 15 so long as…

Bowling Green man charged with stalking

BOWILNG GREEN, Ky. – A Bowling Green man is facing charges after authorities say he allegedly followed a woman. According to a uniform citation, the Bowling Green Police Department responded Monday the area of East 12th Avenue and High Street regarding a suspicious person. Police say the victim stated she had been followed by a male driving a silver car….

First responders conduct water rescue in Falls of Rough

Source: Falls of Rough Fire Department. FALLS OF ROUGH, Ky. – Multiple people are safe thanks to a successful water rescue Monday in Falls of Rough. The Falls of Rough Fire Department says it responded yesterday afternoon for a water rescue at the Falls of Rough cabins. First responders say they rescued nine individuals and two dogs from the scene….

Annual fire training to be held at Bowling Green–Warren County Regional Airport

Photo courtesy of Bowling Green Fire DepartmentBOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Annual fire training is set to take place next week at the Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport. According to a release, the Federal Aviation Administration Part 139 Fire Department is having a training exercise April 14 through April 16 at 6 p.m. nightly. The training will take place at the…