Benjamin Holt, 40, arrested after Laurel County sheriff’s office received call about armed attack

A man facing several criminal charges was arrested Aug. 6 after the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office received a call about an armed attack, according to the department.

The sheriff’s office identified the suspect as Benjamin Holt, 40. Holt was arrested the same day authorities say they responded to information about an incident involving a firearm or the threat of violence.

WKYT reported that Holt is now facing several charges, though the specific counts and allegations were not detailed in the department’s summary included in the report.

The case centers on the law-enforcement response that followed the call and the subsequent arrest. The sheriff’s office did not indicate in the reporting provided here whether anyone was injured during the incident.

Because the charges are still pending, the allegations are matters of accusation, and Holt’s criminal exposure will depend on what prosecutors file in court and what evidence is presented as the case moves forward.

Residents in the affected area are generally impacted by the need for emergency response activity, including patrol coverage, investigation steps, and time-consuming coordination as investigators seek to confirm what occurred and identify any victims or witnesses.

The sheriff’s office and court process will determine the next steps, including formal charging documents, initial court appearances, and any request for bond or other pretrial terms as allowed under Kentucky law.