Police: Central KY murder suspect on the run, ‘considered armed and dangerous’
Nicholasville police were looking for a local man who they believe killed a woman, the police department announced Wednesday.
Kenneth Strange, 54, was wanted for the alleged murder of a woman who was found shot dead at Strange’s residence on Lauren Drive in Nicholasville in the early-morning hours Wednesday, police said. Police have obtained warrants for Strange’s arrest, they said.
“Strange is currently on the run and should be considered armed and dangerous,” Nicholasville police said in a Facebook post. “We are currently working with several jurisdictions across the commonwealth in an attempt to locate him. If anyone knows where Strange might be please contact your local law enforcement agency.”
As of 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, police had not yet found Strange but released new information about him. Police believe he may be driving a black, 2019 Jeep Renegade with a Kentucky license plate reading AMD-912.
Police also believe Strange may be in the company of a Shirley Shewmaker, and they are concerned for the safety of Shewmaker.
People with information about Strange’s whereabouts are encouraged to contact police at 859 887-5447.
Police initially responded to Strange’s home for a death investigation. A family member met with officers to let them know the victim was dead inside the home, police said.
The pending charges on Strange include murder and evidence tampering, police said.
This story was originally published January 5, 2022 at 4:48 PM.