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Arrest at Scene of Traffic Crash Investigation in Laurel County, Kentucky

LONDON, KY - Laurel County Sheriff John Root is reporting that: Laurel Sheriff's Deputy Bobby Jones arrested Charles Miracle age 67 of Corbin on Thursday night June 30, 2022 at approximately 10:11 PM.

The arrest occurred on West Cumberland Gap Parkway. approximately 10 miles South of London after Deputy Jones was dispatched to investigate a single vehicle traffic crash there.

Upon arrival at the scene Deputy Jones located the driver of a gold colored Jeep Cherokee and detected a strong odor of alcoholic beverages emitting from him.

An investigation was conducted and the driver was determined to be under the influence.

Upon arrest the suspect refused to cooperate with Deputy Jones commands even as he was being lodged in the detention center.

Charles Miracle was charged with:

  • Operating a motor vehicle under the influence – first offense
  • Disorderly conduct – first-degree
  • Resisting arrest. 

This individual was lodged in the Laurel County correctional center

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

 

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