Kentucky State Police Search for Escaped Inmate Considered Armed and Dangerous
Kentucky State Police are searching for Charles Blake Randle, an escaped inmate from the Whitney County Detention Center in Williamsburg, Kentucky. Randle is considered armed and dangerous.
Bowling Green, KY, October 5, 2026 — Kentucky State Police are actively searching for an escaped inmate, identified as Charles Blake Randle. The escape occurred from the Whitney County Detention Center, located in Williamsburg, Kentucky. Authorities have issued a public alert stating that Randle should be considered armed and dangerous.
Details regarding the exact date and time of Randle’s escape were not immediately available. Law enforcement agencies are urging the public to exercise caution and to report any sightings or information regarding his whereabouts to the Kentucky State Police immediately. Information on Randle’s physical description, the charges he was held for, or the circumstances leading to his escape was not provided in the initial alert.
The Kentucky State Police are leading the search effort, coordinating with local law enforcement agencies in the Williamsburg area and surrounding regions. The focus of the investigation is to safely apprehend Randle and ensure public safety. Further updates are expected as the search progresses.
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