DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Stay informed about important news and information from the Nicholasville Police Department.

ICAC ARREST

October 22, 2026

The Nicholasville Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division arrested Chad Gossett following a multi-state investigation involving crimes against children.

Gossett was charged with five counts of Unlawful Use of Electronic Means to Induce a Minor to Engage in Sexual or Other Prohibited Activities (KRS 510:155).

We would like to extend a special thank you to the Marcus Police Department in Marcus, Iowa and the Grayson's Sheriff's Office in Sherman, Texas.

Both agencies conducted thorough investigations that were instrumental in identifying Gossett's activities and ultimately leading to his arrest in Wilmore.

Their investigative efforts, attention to detail, and willingness to work with our department played a key role in bringing these cases together.

We would also like to thank the Wilmore Police Department for their assistance in taking Gossett into custody.

This case highlights the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies across state lines and their shared commitment to protecting children.

TRAFFIC SAFETY CHECKPOINTS

August 24, 2026

DRUG ARREST

August 24, 2026

The Nicholasville Police Department Drug Enforcement Unit and Patrol Division, in partnership with the Jessamine County Sheriff's Office and K9 Viking, conducted an interdiction traffic stop.

Said stop resulted in approximately 1/4 lb. of suspected methamphetamine being seized.

Petie Taylor was taken into custody and charged with Trafficking in Controlled Substance 1st degree (Methamphetamine).

ICAC ARREST

June 10, 2026

The Nicholasville Police Department Criminal Investigation Division (CID), in collaboration with the Garrard County Sheriff's Office and Jessamine County Sheriff's Office, recently concluded an investigation that resulted in the arrest of Mark Furber.

Furber has been charged with seven (7) counts of Possessing Matter Portraying a Sexual Performance by a Minor Under Twelve (12) Years of Age and five (5) counts of Distributing Obscene Matter.

This case reflects the continued commitment of our investigators and partnering agencies to protecting children and holding offenders accountable.

The Nicholasville Police Department would like to thank the Garrard County Sheriff's Office and Jessamine County Sheriff's Office for their assistance and cooperation throughout this investigation.

We value our partners within local, state, and federal agencies and will continue to investigate crimes against children and ensure the safety of our community.

DRUG ARREST

June 4, 2026

The Nicholasville Police Department Drug Enforcement Unit, with the help of the Jessamine County Sheriff's Department and K9 Merlin, conducted an interdiction operation that resulted in a traffic stop.

This effort resulted in the seizure of approximately one half pound of suspected methamphetamine. Cherokee Williams was taken into custody and charged with Trafficking in Controlled Substance 1st degree (Methamphetamine).

DRUG ARREST

May 20, 2026

The Nicholasville Police Department Drug Enforcement Unit executed a search warrant at 508 Southbrook Drive.

This was the result of numerous complaints of suspected drug activity.

The ensuing search yielded approximately 2 ounces of suspected fentanyl and methamphetamine, and a firearm.

William Hill was placed under arrest for Trafficking in controlled substance 1st degree (fentanyl and methamphetamine) enhanced (firearm).

SENTENCING UPDATE

May 12, 2026

Following an investigation that was conducted by the DEA and Nicholasville Police Department, Brandon Graves has received a 66 month prison sentence.

Per the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of Kentucky:

LONDON, Ky. – A Nicholasville, Ky., man, Brandon Graves, 33, was sentenced to 66 months imprisonment on Friday by U.S. District Judge Claria Horn Boom for possession with intent to distribute 40 grams or more of fentanyl and possession with intent to distribute 28 grams or more of cocaine.

According to his plea agreement, on May 14, 2025, law enforcement executed a search warrant on Graves’ residence. During the search, officers located 81.563 grams of fentanyl, 287.98 grams of cocaine, 40.872 grams of crack cocaine, 1.819 grams of methamphetamine, 17.588 grams of psilocybin, and $18,833 in cash. Law enforcement also recovered a vacuum sealer, plastic bags, digital scales, pistol magazines, and rounds of ammunition.

Under federal law, Graves must serve 85 percent of his prison sentence. Upon his release from prison, he will be under the supervision of the U.S. Probation Office for 4 years.

Jason Parman, First Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Kentucky; Jim Scott, Special Agent in Charge, DEA, Louisville Field Division; and Chief Michael Fleming, Nicholasville Police Department, jointly announced the sentence.

DRUG ARREST

April 21, 2026

The Nicholasville Police Department Drug Enforcement Unit - including Task Force Officers, DEA Agents, and several assisting investigators participated in an operation that resulted in the seizure of 47 kilograms of cocaine.

This amount is valued at more than $2 million.

Additionally, $15,000 and a firearm were recovered.

This was the product of an extensive investigation that required months of surveillance and intelligence gathering.

The focus of these efforts has been a fentanyl and cocaine trafficking organization emanating from Mexico.

Overnight, couriers were taken into custody in the area of Man o’ War Boulevard and Boston Road in Lexington. Additionally, a search warrant was executed at the Hampton Inn on East Brannon Road in Nicholasville.

This cooperative effort yielded the aforementioned narcotics, currency, and firearm, while four subjects now face federal prosecution.

This investigation is ongoing.

DRUG ARREST

January 23, 2026

On Thursday, January 22nd, the Nicholasville Police Department’s Drug Enforcement Unit executed a search warrant listing the residence at 408 West Chestnut Street. This resulted in the arrest of Bobby Robinson and Joshua Scarbrough.

The subsequent search yielded the following:

$2,713 in currency

32.14 grams of suspected cocaine

60 Adderal

3 Handguns - one of which was confirmed stolen, another defaced

3 Long guns

23.58 grams of suspected Fentanyl

This resulted in a litany of felony offenses.

ICAC ARREST

December 16, 2025

The Nicholasville Police Department's Criminal Investigation Division (CID) conducted a thorough investigation that has led to the arrest of Trey Collins.

Subsequently he has been charged with the following offenses:

Possession of matter portraying a sexual performance by a minor - under 12 years of age.

ICAC ARREST

November 10, 2025

Our Criminal Investigation Division (CID) conducted an extensive and thorough investigation that has resulted in the arrest of Braxton Pittman.

Pittman has been charged with the following:

Rape in the 2nd Degree and Sodomy in the 2nd Degree.

ICAC ARREST

April 22, 2025

The Nicholasville Police Department Criminal Investigation Division (CID) conducted an investigation that lead to the arrest of Morgan Robinette.

The investigation uncovered child sexual abuse material (CSAM), leading to ten (10) counts of possession of matter portraying a sexual performance by a minor under 12 years of age.