KSP Investigating Hoax Call in Trigg County

Cadiz, KY (November 5, 2018) Trigg County dispatch center received a call just after 5 p.m. on Sunday, November 4th about a possibly shooting at a residence on Jefferson Street.  The caller indicated someone was shot and others were still in the residence.

Cadiz Police Office requested KSP to handle the call based of the information called in.  A portion of Jefferson Street was closed off, while the investigation began.  KSP was able to clear the residence and did not find any signs of a shooting nor anyone being injured.

KSP is continuing the investigation into the call.  KSP was assisted on the scene with the Cadiz Police Office, Trigg County Sheriff’s Department, Trigg County EMS, and Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources.  Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kentucky State Police Post 1 at 270-856-3721 or anonymously at 1-800-222-5555.  Citizens may also report tips anonymously through the KSP app.