On Friday evening, two inmates deemed “dangerous” made a daring escape from a detention facility in Kentucky, triggering an extensive manhunt involving multiple law enforcement agencies, according to police reports.
The Morehead Police Department alerted the local residents that the individuals had managed to “walk away” from the Rowan County Detention Center, raising concerns about public safety.
Authorities confirmed that several law enforcement bodies are collaborating in the search operation, with the Kentucky State Police taking the helm of the investigation.
Officials have advised the public to consider these fugitives as dangerous and have urged people to avoid approaching anyone who appears suspicious or unfamiliar in the area.
The escape of these two inmates, labeled as “dangerous,” has set off a coordinated manhunt across different agencies. (Morehead Police Department)
One of the escapees has been identified as 29-year-old Michael Fogleman, described as standing 6 feet tall and weighing 188 pounds.
He has short or closely shaved hair and a short beard along his jawline and chin, according to police.
The second inmate was identified as James Smallwood, 52, who is listed at 6 feet 1 inch tall and about 215 pounds.
Michael Fogleman, 29, is one of two inmates who escaped from a Kentucky detention center, police said. (Morehead Police Department)
He is described as having a medium to stocky build with gray facial hair around the mouth and chin area.
Smallwood was last seen wearing a white shirt and blue jeans and possibly a hat, police said.
James Smallwood, 52, is one of two inmates on the run after escaping from a Kentucky jail, authorities said. (Morehead Police Department)
Authorities urged residents to remain vigilant and call 911 immediately if they see anything suspicious or have information about the escapees.
Law enforcement agencies are searching for two escaped inmates in Kentucky, authorities said. (Silas Walker/Lexington Herald-Leader/Tribune News Service)
Investigators said they will provide more information as it becomes available.
Fox News Digital has reached out to the Kentucky State Police and Rowan County Detention Center for comment.
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