Boyle County Sheriff's Office

04/22/2026

Our two recruits are currently on week two at the Department of Criminal Justice Training Center.

Help us wish our recruits and their classmates good luck!

Last week, a new chapter began for Kentucky’s next generation of peace officers.

We are proud to welcome Law Enforcement Basic Training Class 572 to campus as they begin the journey toward becoming certified peace officers in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

They arrived with different backgrounds, experiences and stories, but with one shared purpose: to serve their communities with professionalism and integrity.

Over the coming weeks, these recruits will be challenged academically, physically and mentally as they develop the skills, discipline and accountability required of the profession.
Because professional law enforcement doesn’t happen by chance.
It’s built day by day, inside the academy.

04/14/2026

Boyle County Sheriff Taylor Bottom presented Fiscal Court with a check for excess fees in the amount of $50,842.38.

04/14/2026

This week, we proudly recognize and celebrate National Telecommunicators Week, a time dedicated to the incredible men and women who serve as the calm voice in the chaos.

The Boyle County Sheriff’s Office would like to extend our deepest gratitude to all telecommunicators, and especially to the dedicated team at the Danville 911 Center. Every call you answer, every dispatch you make, and every life you help protect does not go unnoticed.

You are the first first responders…the unseen heroes who provide reassurance, coordination, and critical support when it matters most. Your professionalism, compassion, and unwavering commitment keep our deputies, first responders, and community safe every single day.

Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your steady voice in times of need. We appreciate you not just this week, but every day.

04/09/2026

Sheriff Taylor Bottom Reports:

Junction City, KY – April 8th, 2026

Deputies with the Boyle County Sheriff’s Office, with the assistance of the Junction City Police Department, executed a search warrant at a residence in Junction City, Kentucky. During the ex*****on of the warrant, deputies seized approximately 1 ounce of he**in, methamphetamine, methadone, cash, drug paraphernalia, additional items consistent with drug trafficking, and a vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, Tabetha Lynn, of Junction City, Kentucky, was arrested and charged with the following offenses:

• Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 1st Degree (He**in)

• Possession of a Controlled Substance, 1st Degree, 2nd Offense (Methamphetamine)

• Possession of a Controlled Substance, 1st Degree, 1st Offense (Drug Unspecified)

• Convicted Felon in Possession of a Handgun

Arrested was Elizabeth Miller of Junction City, KY. Miller was charged with the following offense:

• Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 1st Degree (Methamphetamine)

Deputies also served a warrant on Melissa Elder of Junction City, KY.

All subjects arrested were lodged into the Boyle County Detention Center.

The Boyle County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to combating illegal drug activity and protecting the citizens of our community.

04/08/2026

🚨SCAM ALERT 🚨

🚨 Scam Alert – Please Read and Share 🚨

I want to make everyone aware of a concerning phone scam that was reported early this morning, around 12:45 AM.

The caller claimed to be a staff member at the Boyle County Detention Center, stating that, due to overcrowding, they were trying to release an individual into someone’s custody. In this case, the person who received the call knew that the individual had already been released days earlier, which immediately raised red flags.

When questioned, the caller said the person’s contact information was listed in the NCIC (National Crime Information Center) and even offered to “remove” it — something that is not possible for anyone to do over the phone.

This appears to be an impersonation attempt or scam designed to trick people into giving out personal information or potentially money.

✅ Please remember:
• Jail staff will never call citizens in the middle of the night asking to take custody of an inmate.
• They will never ask for payment, personal details, or NCIC changes over the phone.
• If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and contact the jail or law enforcement agency directly.

Stay alert, and please share this post so others in our community can avoid falling victim to this scam.

Boyle County Jailer, Brian Wofford

04/03/2026

Please join us in keeping this deputy in your thoughts and prayers at this time.

04/02/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Perryville Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire on West 4th Street

The Perryville Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at approximately 5:40 p.m. in the area of West 4th Street and US 68 West.

Initial reports indicated a fully involved residence with a possible victim trapped inside. Fire units arrived on scene in under four minutes and immediately initiated an aggressive fire attack while simultaneously conducting a primary search for victims.

Upon arrival, crews encountered a residence with a heavy fire load. After a thorough search of the structure, it was determined that there were no trapped victims.

The Perryville Fire Department received mutual aid assistance from the Boyle County Fire Department for extra manpower. Firefighters remained on scene for several hours conducting overhaul operations, extinguishing hot spots, and ensuring the fire was fully contained.

The Perryville Fire Department would like to extend its appreciation to the following agencies for their assistance:
• Danville 911 Center
• Perryville Police Department
• Boyle County Sheriff’s Office
• Boyle County Fire Department
• Boyle County EMS
• Boyle County Emergency Management
• Kentucky Utilities
• Atmos Gas
• Danville Water Department

All units have cleared the scene. No injuries were reported.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

04/01/2026

Please avoid the area.

Perryville Fire, Boyle County FD, Perryville PD and Boyle SO are on the scene of 311 West 4th for a structure fire. West 4th will be shut down from South Buell to West 5th until further notice.

03/25/2026

We had great time at Perryville Elementary School for career day! Thank you to PES for the invitation to come speak to our children that we have the privilege of protecting and serving each school day! We also had several students dress as Law Enforcement Officers and swore in a few junior deputies!

03/21/2026

LARGE QUANTITY OF NARCOTICS SEIZED

Sheriff Taylor Bottom Reports:

Boyle County, KY – March 21, 2026

Deputies with the Boyle County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at a residence in Danville, Kentucky. During the ex*****on of the warrant, deputies located approximately 1 pound, 4 ounces of methamphetamine, more than $6,500 in U.S. currency, and additional items consistent with drug trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, William Taylor, of Springfield, Kentucky, was arrested and charged with the following offenses:

• Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 1st Degree (Methamphetamine)

• Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, 1st Degree (≥ 10 D.U., Unspecified)

• Possession of Ma*****na

• Possession of a Controlled Substance, 3rd Degree

• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

William Taylor was lodged in the Boyle County Detention Center.

The Boyle County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to combating illegal drug activity and protecting the citizens of our community.

03/21/2026

Prayers for everyone involved!

Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal UTV Collision in Boyle County

Gravel Switch, Ky. (March 21, 2026) – The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post, was contacted just before 9:00 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2026, by the Boyle County Sheriff’s Office requesting investigative assistance in reference to a single-vehicle utility terrain vehicle (UTV) collision on Forkland Road in the Gravel Switch community of Boyle County.

KSP Troopers, along with emergency medical personnel, responded to the scene. Preliminary investigation indicates that Jason Whitaker, 41, of Lebanon, Ky, was operating a Can-Am UTV on Forkland Road when he failed to negotiate a right-hand curve, exited the roadway, and struck a tree.

As a result of the collision, a passenger in the UTV, Connie Thompson, 63, of Lebanon, Ky, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Boyle County Coroner’s Office. Mr. Whitaker was airlifted to the University of Albert B. Chandler hospital with life-threatening injuries. Toxicology results are pending.

The collision remains under investigation and is being reconstructed by Detective Tyler Holt. He was assisted at the scene by personnel from Kentucky State Police, the Boyle County Sheriff’s Office, Boyle County EMS, Boyle County Fire Department, and the Boyle County Coroner’s Office.

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03/21/2026

⚠️ TRAFFIC ALERT ⚠️

**UPDATE**

Roadway is back open.
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Troopers, Boyle County deputies, and other first responders are currently on scene of an injury accident involving a single-vehicle utility terrain vehicle (UTV) collision on Forkland Road in the Gravel Switch community of Boyle County.

Please avoid the area and expect delays. Use an alternate route if possible.

We will provide an update once the roadway has reopened and more information becomes available.

Boyle County Sheriff's Office