Post by Scumhunter on Mar 15, 2018 5:28:16 GMT -5
(Above: Left: John Russell Hall (murder suspect) Right: Scotty Hamilton (slain officer) photo credits: newschannel5.com)
From newschannel5.com:
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Kentucky State Police are searching for a man wanted in the killing of a Pikeville, Kentucky Police Officer.
According to the Rowan County Sheriff's Office, warrants are being obtained for John Russell Hall in the killing of Officer Scotty Hamilton.
Officer Hamilton was shot and killed Tuesday night while responding to a call in the Hurricane Creek area of Pike County, Kentucky. Four people were arrested at the scene on unrelated charges, and the suspected shooter got away.
Early Thursday, law enforcement announced they are looking for John Russell Hall on charges of murder of a police officer, and convicted felon in possession of a firearm. According to a Facebook post by the Rowan County, Kentucky Sheriff's Department, Hall had a 1990 Chevrolet Blazer registered to his name, but it's unclear if he could be traveling in that vehicle.
Hall's last known address is in Pikeville, Kentucky but it's unclear if he could still be in that area.
www.newschannel5.com/news/man-wanted-in-kentucky-officers-killing
Thoughts? I am placing the search for Hall in the fugitive since the overall media covered this case when the suspect who shot Officer Hamilton was still unknown. I don't see Hall mentioned in the major media outlets yet, but I'm assuming that will change soon.
Also I don't see a direct number for tips on Hall yet, so for now I guess just call 911 or your local police if you think you spot Hall and/or think you know his whereabouts. I'll update this thread if a more direct number is soon given, although I'd rather update it with Hall's capture.
EDIT: Found an article which listed a direct number to call with tips.
Admin Note #1: According to online articles, Those with information concerning the whereabouts of John Russell Hall are urged to contact Kentucky State Police Post 9 at 606-433-7711.
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