KSP searching for escaped Barren County inmate

Glasgow, Ky. – Kentucky State Police Post 3 is currently searching for a Barren County inmate.

According to a release by KSP, Donald P. Shelton, 33, walked away from a work release on Hiseville Park Road shortly before 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 5. KSP stated Shelton was last seen wearing blue jeans and a neon green Barren County Jail Shirt.

Shelton was lodged at the Barren County Jail for wanton endangerment, first degree, fleeing or evading police, first degree and bail jumping.

Shelton is described as a white male, around five feet eight inches tall and weighing approximately 135 pounds, according to KSP.

Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Shelton should contact KSP, Post 3 at 270-782-2010. In addition, citizens may report information anonymously through the KSP app.