Authorities in Kentucky have confirmed the discovery of a body near the scene of a shooting that injured multiple people on Interstate 75 nearly two weeks ago. The body is believed to be that of the suspect, Joseph A. Couch, who remains at large.
Kentucky State Police have confirmed the discovery of a body near the scene of a shooting that injured multiple people on Interstate 75 nearly two weeks ago. The body is believed to be that of the suspect, Joseph A. Couch, who remains at large.
The update came as a couple near exit 49 stumbled upon what appeared to be a dead body in the woods while livestreaming for the YouTube account, "Hatfield McCoy Museum Adventures."
Kentucky State Police Confirm Body Found Near Scene of I-75 Shooting
"He's deteriorated!" a man can be heard upon making the discovery.
Law enforcement officials have relentlessly scoured a rugged, hilly area of southeastern Kentucky since the shooting unfolded around 6 p.m. Sept. 7 near exit 49.
Kentucky State Police Confirm Body Found Near Scene of I-75 Shooting
During their search, officers recovered an AR-15 rifle and a small silver-colored SUV registered to the suspect, 32-year-old Joseph A. Couch.
Wednesday's discovery comes just one day after Gov. Andy Beshear, state police, and other officials said they would be shifting resources into the community in the ongoing search for Couch.
In a statement, Kentucky State Trooper Scotting Pennington said, "Kentucky State Police troopers have located a body in the vicinity of exit 49 in Laurel County and detectives are working to confirm the identity."
The body was found in the same area where Couch is believed to have abandoned his vehicle and fled on foot after shooting at motorists on the interstate.
Investigators are still working to determine the cause of death, but preliminary indications suggest that the body may have been there for several days.
The discovery of the body brings a potential resolution to the ongoing manhunt for Couch, who is also wanted in connection with a murder that occurred prior to the shooting on I-75.
Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity or sightings of Couch.
