Crime
Kentucky State Police searching for two escaped Blackburn Correctional Inmates
Bradley Cornwell, 40, a white man with black hair, and blue eyes 6’0″, 175 lbs. Adam E. Ball, 38, a white man with blonde hair and blue eyes, 6’3″, 250 lbs.
Kentucky State Police have issued an alert for two inmates, Bradley Cornwell and Adam Ball, who escaped from the Blackburn Correctional Complex in Lexington.
Authorities believe the pair made their escape together, utilizing a water truck to flee the facility.
According to the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, Cornwell and Ball were last spotted on Sunday at the Shell station on Iron Works Pike, and may be traveling toward Scott County.
The sheriff’s office shared details on their appearances and last-known clothing:
- Adam E. Ball: 38 years old, from Russell Springs, is described as a white male, standing 6’3” and weighing 250 pounds. He has blonde hair and blue eyes, and was last seen wearing a full khaki jumpsuit with a khaki hat.
- Bradley E. Cornwell: 40 years old, from Georgetown, is a white male, 6’ tall and 175 pounds, with black hair and blue eyes. Cornwell’s last-known outfit included a white t-shirt, gray sweatpants, white shoes, and a khaki hat.
Law enforcement urges the public not to approach either individual if spotted, as they may be dangerous.
Instead, anyone with information or who believes they have seen these individuals should immediately call 911.
HOUSTON – A large law enforcement response was launched Monday afternoon following reports of an active shooter near the Harris County criminal justice complex in Downtown Houston.
According to authorities, the incident began shortly after 12:30 p.m. near 1115 Congress Street, in the vicinity of the Harris County Family Law Center.
Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots — with some accounts estimating as many as 30 rounds fired in rapid succession.
More than 40 officers from the Houston Police Department, including members of HPD Special Operations, converged on the scene.
Officials confirmed that a Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputy was shot in the shoulder during the exchange.
The deputy was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment and is reported to be in stable condition.
The suspect, who exchanged gunfire with officers, was also struck multiple times.
Authorities confirmed that the individual was taken into custody at the scene and is currently receiving medical care.
The identity and motive of the suspect have not yet been disclosed.
It remains unclear whether the shooting took place inside or outside the courthouse building.
A witness employed with the juvenile probation department told that they heard at least eight shots ring out near the courthouse.
Another witness, present at the courthouse for jury duty, said they were instructed to “get down on the floor and cover their heads” during the lockdown.
The area surrounding the courthouse was immediately cordoned off by law enforcement, and the public is being urged to avoid the area as the investigation continues.
Multiple agencies are working jointly to secure the scene and gather evidence.
Further updates are expected as officials release more information regarding the suspect’s condition, possible charges, and the circumstances leading up to the shooting.