Upon arrival at the jail Pennington attempted to run as he was being unloaded and took into the jail. Sheriffs Bailiff Jeff Thomas was able to grab him and a struggle ensued between the two . Eventually Pennington was able to brake free and run.
A quick response from Jailer Jamie Richards with his deputies, Sheriff Brockman along with his deputies and Chief Jr Murphy with his officers, the area between the jail and Wall Street was quickly saturated with officers. Jailer Jamie Richards caught Pennington as he was running across Wall Street. Deputy Chris Tweedy arrived and took him back into custody and transported him back to jail.
He now faces additional charges of felony assault on a police officer and felony escape 1st degree.
Deputy Chris Tweedy is continuing the investigation
Sheriff Josh Brockman
Adair County Sheriff’s Office
424 Public Square Suite 20
Columbia, KY 42728
270-384-2776
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