Fulton County Kentucky Sheriff's Office

06/09/2026

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06/09/2026

🚨Press Release🚨

Bald Eagle Rescued Near Hickman Harbor Through Coordinated Multi-Agency Effort

On June 8, 2026, Fulton County Dispatch received a report of a bald eagle entangled in fishing line near Hickman Harbor. In response, Fulton County Sheriff's Deputy Jay Black and City of Hickman Police Officer Matt Hayes were dispatched to the scene.

Upon arrival, local fisherman Re*****on Stewart provided valuable assistance by transporting Deputy Black and Officer Hayes by boat across the harbor to the eagle's location. Once on scene, responders determined that the eagle's wing had become entangled in a limb line, leaving the bird unable to free itself.

After obtaining a suitable transport cage, Deputy Black safely secured the eagle while the fishing line was carefully removed. The bird was then placed in the cage and transferred to personnel with Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources for further care. The eagle will be transported to a wildlife rehabilitation facility, where it will receive treatment and rehabilitation before being released back into its natural habitat.

The successful rescue was made possible through the combined efforts of Re*****on Stewart, the Fulton County Sheriff's Office, the City of Hickman Police Department, and the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. Their teamwork and commitment ensured the eagle's safe recovery and provided the bird with the opportunity to return to the wild.

06/03/2026

The Fulton County Sheriff's Office is once again selling Boston butts to support the Shop With a Deputy program!

🐷 Boston Butts: $40 each

📅 Pickup Date: July 2

⏰ Pickup Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

📍 Pickup Location: Behind the Sheriff's Office

Please see any deputy to purchase your Boston butt and help support this great program for local children.

Thank you for your support!

05/25/2026

05/14/2026

History of Peace Officers Memorial Day

We began formally marking Peace Officers Memorial Day in 1963, several months after President John F Kennedy signed the bill into law in October 1962. In Kennedy's proclamation relating to events in May 1963, he began by stating that "law enforcement officers have played an important role" since "the beginning of this Nation." But the development of the peace officers we know, and respect today is more recent than you might think!

The first enforcement officers in the U.S. operated privately, employed by wealthy individuals to protect their assets. Public peace officers developed shortly after this in the mid-1600s, first in Boston and then in New York and Philadelphia. They were predominantly volunteers who acted as night watchmen and reported fellow citizens behaving badly.

Boston continued to lead the way in peace organization, with the first publicly funded, organized police force set up in 1838, which paid officers to keep the peace full-time. By the late 1880s, all major U.S. cities had police forces, although their priorities differed from state to state, depending on the problems faced in each area. Law enforcement heads were often chosen by the local political leader so, as a result, the enforcement could work in favor of the ruling political party.

In response, President Hoover set up an investigation into the effectiveness of law enforcement nationwide in 1929. It called for peace officers to work in a professional and impartial way to enforce the law and was turning point in the history of the officers who protect us today. It promoted the selflessness that we now honor every year on May 15.

National Police week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. We will never be able to thank these officers and their families for their sacrifices they have made for our county.

We would like to personally thank all previous, current and future peace officers in our county and surrounding areas. We appreciate the sacrifices you make on a daily basis.

Please take time to read each individual story under each picture below.

05/07/2026

On May 7th, 2026, the Fulton County Sheriff Chad Parker, proudly presented Ian Goodman with a Certificate of Commendation and the Life Saving Award for his heroic actions.

Mr. Goodman observed a person lying on the ground and immediately stopped to render assistance. He quickly took off his belt applied it as a tourniquet and contacted emergency services for help. Due to his swift response and willingness to act, the situation could have resulted in a far worse outcome.

The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office would like to sincerely thank Ian Goodman for his courage, compassion, and decisive actions during this emergency. His willingness to step in and help exemplifies the very best of our community.

04/30/2026

Please continue to keep the Coyle family in your prayers for the days to come

04/21/2026

Big thanks to Tom Quimby for the new signs at the Sheriff’s Office — we really appreciate your support and the great work!

04/16/2026

𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘/𝗖𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥 (𝗔𝗽𝗿. 𝟭𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲) – All repairs were completed overnight on KY 94 between KY 1099 and KY 1354 in Fulton County. No additional closures are needed today, Friday, Apr. 17.
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𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 (𝗔𝗽𝗿. 𝟭𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝟴:𝟬𝟱 𝗽.𝗺.) – KY 94 in Fulton County is now open to traffic between KY 1099 and KY 1354.

The roadway will close again at 9 a.m. on Friday, Apr. 17, and will remain closed until all utility repairs are completed.
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𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧 (𝗔𝗽𝗿. 𝟭𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝟲:𝟭𝟱 𝗽.𝗺.) – KY 94 in Fulton County is blocked between KY 1099 (Bypass) and KY 1354 (to ferry), or mile points 11-11.7, due to multiple downed power lines.

No estimated duration. Please seek alternate routes.

04/15/2026

At 4 pm today all unpaid 2025 Property Taxes will be transferred to the Fulton County Clerk's Office as delinquent taxes.