SEEKING ASSISTANCE FROM THE PUBLIC

Sheriff Derek Polston is reporting;

On Wednesday, December 25th, 2024 at approximately 11:00pm Deputy Tyler Pearson was conducting a narcotics investigation in the area of Wolf Creek Dam, when he attempted to conduct a traffic stop with a grey KIA Sorento. The vehicle quickly turned, and nearly striking Deputy Pearson head on. 

Deputies initiated a pursuit, which started in Russell County, and later terminated in Clinton County. 

The driver was identified as Corey Sheppard of Jamestown. 

Corey Sheppard has multiple outstanding warrants, and more charges pending.

Deputy Pearson was assisted by the Clinton County Sheriff’s Office. 

If you have any information involving the whereabouts of Corey Sheppard, please contact Russell County Dispatch at (270)343-6600, the Russell County Sheriff’s Office at (270)343-2191 Mon-Friday 8am-4pm, or by sending a message to our Facebook page. Please do not approach, Corey Sheppard is to be considered armed and dangerous. 

Sheriff Derek Polston highly encourages anyone with information involving drug activity to please send a message to our Facebook page, or by contacting the Russell County Sheriff’s Office at (270) 343-2191