The Taylor Co. Sheriff's Dept. conducted an undercover investigation regarding stolen firearms. The investigation led to the recovery of three stolen pistols and cash. One was reported stolen from the county and investigated by the Sheriff's Dept. and two were stolen from the city and investigated by Campbellsville Police Dept. Other theft charges are pending from the Taylor Co. Sheriff's Dept. and Campbellsville Police Dept.
The Campbellsville Police Dept. assisted in the undercover operation leading to the arrest of John Hall, 20, of Campbellsville, KY. He was charged with: Burglary 1st degree, Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon, Theft by Unlawful Taking, Criminal Mischief, and 3 counts of Receiving Stolen Property. Hall was lodged in the Taylor Co. Detention Center. The arrest was made at approx. 1pmET on Thursday, June 7, 2018 by Taylor Co. Deputy Branden Wilson.