Kentucky State Police

State Trooper Arrested in Barren County on DUI Charges

Associated Press — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 15:06:00 +0000

A Kentucky State Police trooper has been charged with drunken driving.

The Glasgow Daily Times cited a citation from the Cave City Police Department in reporting that 27-year-old Casey Joseph Wethington of Columbia was arrested Sunday on the charge. According to the report, Wethington was "all over the roadway" while traveling north on Dixie Highway and an officer pulled him over.

The police report said a breathalyzer test showed Wethington's blood alcohol content to be 0.2, which is higher than the legal limit of .08.

It was unclear whether Wethington had an attorney.

Troopers Graduate from State Police Academy

Dan Modlin — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 21:01:22 +0000

Forty new troopers received diplomas today at ceremonies held in Frankfort, Kentucky. The new troopers are part of the third Law Enforcement Accelerated Program. They bring the agency's total strength to a total of 948 troopers serving the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Search Continues for Woman Missing at Otter Creek Park in Meade County

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 13:48:46 +0000

Searchers have resumed looking for a mother last seen July 4 in Otter Creek Park near Brandenburg. Kentucky State Police say 37-year-old Carrie Ruffra entered the park around 1 a.m. EDT Wednesday and the park director found her vehicle parked near a boat ramp leading to the Ohio River around 11:30 a.m. EDT that same day.

State Police and DEA Support "Take Back Initiative"

Dan Modlin — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 11:14:00 +0000

The fourth national "Take Back"initiative is collecting unwanted prescription medications today at State Police Posts across Kentucky. The Kentucky State Police and the Drug Enforcement Agency are working together on the effort, which is designed to help reduce prescription abuse .

New Testing Requirements for Motorcyclists Start Next Week

Dan Modlin — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:08:00 +0000

A new rider skills test will soon be required for those applying for motorcycle operator’s licenses in Kentucky. The new test was developed by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation.