The manhunt for an escaped inmate from Christian County, Kentucky, has been initiated by the Kentucky State Police (KSP). The incident unfolded Saturday when 52-year-old Kevin D. Johnson reportedly escaped from a work detail at the Bruce Convention Center in Hopkinsville, as reported by News 2.
According to KSP, sometime shortly after 3:15 p.m., the Christian County Detention Center alerted them about the incident involving the inmate, believed to have walked away from his assigned work. Johnson, described as a white male standing 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighing 250 pounds, was last seen clothed in khaki pants and a black shirt, as detailed by a WSMV report.
The nature of the crime for which Johnson is serving time has not been disclosed. Local authorities have intensified their search and are urging the public to contribute any relevant information that could assist in his capture. If someone has information regarding Johnson's location, they can reach out to KSP Post 2 by calling 270-676-3313 or by submitting a tip through the KSP’s website, which allows the submission of information confidentially.
While the investigation into Johnson's escape continues, KSP has not yet divulged additional specifics regarding the escape. Calling all citizens to aid in the search effort, KSP in a statement obtained by FOX 17 encouraged, "Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Kevin Johnson is asked to contact the Kentucky State Police, Post 2." All efforts are being directed towards locating the escapee promptly, with community cooperation highly encouraged.
