Crime
Suspect Joseph Couch purchased AR-15 style rifle today with 2000 rounds
Couch is still at large ans consider armed and dangerous.
Authorities in Laurel County, Kentucky, are investigating a concerning report involving a man named Joseph A. Couch.
According to scanner traffic, Couch, a former military member, has made threats of violence, stating his intention to “kill a lot of people today.”Couch, a 32-year-old resident of Woodbine, Kentucky, is believed to have purchased an AR-15 rifle and approximately 2000 rounds of ammunition this morning.
Law enforcement agencies are actively working to locate Couch and assess the credibility of his threats. The public is urged to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local authorities immediately.
Joseph A. Couch, is a Person of Interest in the shooting that occurred at the Exit 49/KY-909 area.
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts or location on this individual please contact the London-Laurel County 911 Center by calling 911 or 606-878-7000.
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Joseph A. Couch is a 32 year old white male approximately 5โ10 weighing approximately 154lbs.
Authorities are investigating a mass shooting incident that occurred along Interstate 75 in Laurel County, Kentucky. According to reports, an unidentified individual opened fire from an elevated position, targeting vehicles traveling on the highway.
Multiple cars were struck by gunfire, resulting in at least five confirmed victims. Emergency responders have reported that several of the victims sustained injuries after being shot through their vehicle windshields.
The suspect remains at large, and law enforcement agencies are actively searching for the individual responsible for the attack. Interstate 75 is currently closed in both directions in the affected area, and motorists are urged to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. โ Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.