A new Trigg County Sheriff to replace Jason Barnes could be named late this week or early next week.
Trigg County Judge-executive Hollis Alexander says he began reviewing possible replacements when he learned of the FBI and Kentucky State Police investigation of the sheriff’s department in April.
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Alexander says he plans to name the new sheriff either late Friday afternoon or early Monday morning.
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Alexander says he wants to give the new sheriff time to get the department in order when he takes over on September 1.
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Alexander adds the new sheriff will serve out the remainder of Barnes’ term in office.
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Kentucky State Police confirmed the investigation in mid-June but has not released any details about the investigation or any potential charges that could be lodged.
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