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Arrest off Flatwoods Boat Ramp in Laurel County

Laurel County, Ky. -  Sheriff John Root is reporting that: Laurel Sheriff’s Deputy Gary Mehler along with Deputy Travis Napier arrested Jessie T. Baker age 29 of Corbin on Wednesday night May 29, 2019 at approximately 9 PM.

Jessie T. Baker

The arrest occurred off Flatwoods Boat Ramp approximately 10 miles South of London after deputies were dispatched to a complaint of a male subject apparently under the influence there.

Upon arrival at the scene deputies conducted an investigation and determined that this individual was under the influence.

In addition, this subject was charged on a:

  • Whitley District Court bench warrant of arrest charging failure to appear for arraignment – third time regarding a charge of contempt of court.

This individual was lodged in the Laurel County Detention Center.

Photo of accused attached is courtesy of the Laurel County Detention Center.

 

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