Kentucky State Police, along with correctional officers from the West Kentucky Correctional Complex in Fredonia, are currently searching for two escapees, who escaped from the Correction Complex early Saturday morning.The search is centered around the Fredonia area where the two were observed trying to steal gas from a local residence. They were confronted by the property owner and got into a physical altercation before fleeing on foot back towards Fredonia east of Ky. 902. One headed towards Ky. 70 and the other toward Fredonia.
Police are asking the public to take the keys from vehicles and keep houses locked while officers search the area. If either of the subjects are seen, contact Kentucky State Police at 1-800-222-5555.
