On Sunday, September 1, 2024 at around 8:15pmCT, the Russell County Coroners Office was called to a residence on N Hwy 127 where a deceased male had been located by the Russell Co Sheriff's Office in a field, some distance away from the residence. Upon further questioning, it was determined to be the owner of the residence, Walter “Emery” Thomas, 71, of Russell Springs.
At this time, a cause of death has not been determined and Mr. Thomas was transported to the State Medical Examiner's Office in Frankfort. There is an ongoing investigation being conducted by the KY State Police and the Russell County Coroner's Office.
A special thank you for the assistance of the Russell County Rescue Squad, Russell County EMS, the Russell Co Sheriffs office and KY State Police in working the scene.
Deputies Tanya Womack and Bethany Coffey
