CORBIN, KY - The Knox County Sheriff's Department is reporting that on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at approximately 5:50 AM, Knox County Deputy Jeremiah Williamson responded to a complaint of a man acting suspiciously in the Legacy Ford Dealership parking lot on Cumberland Gap Parkway in Corbin.
When Deputy Williamson arrived at the dealership, he observed a man who was later identified as 20 year-old Matthew E. Gray of Corbin, KY attempting to gain entry into a vehicle.
After the deputy confronted Gray, he attempted to flee on foot.
When Deputy Williamson caught up with the Gray, he became combative and began to fight. After a struggle, Gray was subdued and arrested.
The arrested subject was transported to the Knox County Detention Center.
Mathew Gray was charged with:
- Fleeing or Evading Police-2nd Degree
- Resisting Arrest
- Assault-3rd Degree/Police Officer
- Menacing
During the arrest, a plastic bag containing suspected heroin and a plastic bag of assorted pills were found in his possession.
Gray was then charged with:
- Possession of a Controlled Substance-1st Degree
- Prescription Controlled Substance not in Proper Container
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
This individual was lodged in the Knox County Detention Center.
Photo of the accused is courtesy of the Knox County Detention Center.
