Flemingsburg, KY. (November 29, 2020) – Kentucky State Police, Post 8, Morehead received a call for assistance with a domestic dispute. Prior to Kentucky State Police Troopers arriving at the residence, Fleming County deputy had made contact with Jessie Pollitt, 28 years of age, of Maysville, Ky. Mr. Pollitt fired a weapon at the deputy as well as other individuals in the area. No individuals were struck by Jessie Pollitt. Jessie Pollitt was arrested and charged with Attempted Murder of a Police Officer, Assault 4th Degree (Domestic Violence) No Visible Injury, Terroristic Threatening (8 Counts), Wanton Endangerment (8 Counts), and Resisting Arrest. He is lodged in the Mason County Detention Center. This incident remains under investigation by Kentucky State Police, Post 8, Morehead.
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