OFFICE
SHERIFF MATT HILBRECHT
MARSHALL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
52 Judicial Dr. Benton, KY 42025
270-527-3112
*Press Release*
On 01/25/2024 at approximately 1734 Marshall County Deputies were dispatched to a shooting
located at a residence on West Unity Church Rd Hardin, KY. Also dispatched to the scene were
Emergency Services personnel. Upon arrival at the scene it was determined that the victim,
Stephen Odom 51 year old male of Benton, KY, was deceased from an apparent gunshot wound.
Deputies along with Marshall County Detectives began collecting evidence and obtaining
statements from witnesses at the scene. Upon further investigation it was determined that Aaron
S. Dripps, a 37 year old male who resides at the residence where the shooting occurred had in
fact shot Mr. Odom.
Aaron Dripps was taken into custody and charged with murder and possession of a handgun by a
convicted felon. Dripps is being held on a $500,000.00 cash bond at the Marshall County
Detention Center.
The investigation is continuing into this incident and potential additional charges are pending.
Further details are not being released at this time.
Sheriff Matt Hilbrecht