08/31/2026
** Suspect wanted on warrant charged with Fleeing police:
Laurel County Sheriff John Root is reporting that: Laurel Sheriff’s Shift Sergeant Travis Napier arrested Johnathan Coots age 38 of East Bernstadt On Monday morning August 31st 2026 at approximately 9:55 AM. The arrest occurred off Litton Town Road approximately three miles north of London After deputies were dispatched by London – Laurel County 911 Communications Center to a theft complaint at the Dollar General store on KY 490, 3 miles north of London. Upon arrival at the scene information was developed on a possible suspect who was observed riding a bicycle nearby on Chan McClure Road. Sergeant Naper attempted to make contact with the individual who ditched the bicycle, ran off on foot through a field and into a yard and ran around a residence there failing to stop, and was finally located attempting to hide behind a building nearby, And was taken into custody. It was determined that this individual was wanted on an outstanding warrant. Johnathan Coots was charged with fleeing or evading Police – 3rd degree. In addition this subject was charged on a Laurel District Court Bench warrant of arrest charging contempt of court. This individual was lodged in the Laurel County Correctional Center. Photo of accused attached is courtesy of the Laurel County Correctional Center. Deputies assisting included: Deputy Jay Smallwood, Deputy Joey Smith, and Deputy Carly Dorraugh.
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