THE APEX TIMES
Kentucky State Police search for escaped inmate from Blackburn Correctional Complex
Ronshaune Simmons is the subject of a statewide search after Kentucky State Police said he escaped from the Blackburn Correctional Complex in the days leading up to a June 20 report.
Kentucky State Police are searching for an inmate who escaped from the Blackburn Correctional Complex, authorities said in a June 20 public alert.
The inmate identified by Kentucky State Police is Ronshaune Simmons. The alert says Simmons is currently at large and that the search is ongoing.
Kentucky State Police said the escape is part of an active public-safety response, with officers working to locate Simmons. The report did not describe the circumstances of the escape beyond identifying the facility and the inmate.
Because the search is underway, Kentucky State Police are treating the case as a matter of immediate concern for public safety. The agency’s alert directs residents to remain alert and to contact authorities with any relevant information.
The Blackburn Correctional Complex is the correctional facility named in the alert as the location from which Simmons escaped. Until Simmons is located and taken back into custody, authorities said the case remains open and law enforcement will continue investigative and search efforts.
As the search continues, officials typically rely on tips from the public, coordination among law enforcement agencies, and any additional information that may emerge from the facility and the investigation. Kentucky State Police said they will update the public as more details become available.
Why It Matters
- An escape from a state correctional facility creates immediate public-safety risk for residents in the area where the person may travel.
- The ongoing search depends on timely information, including tips from the public and coordination among law enforcement agencies.
- Until Simmons is back in custody, the incident remains an active criminal justice and public-safety matter for Kentucky.
- The case underscores the need for clear facility accountability and prompt law enforcement response when custody is broken.
Key Facts
- Kentucky State Police said an inmate escaped from Blackburn Correctional Complex.
- The inmate named in the alert is Ronshaune Simmons.
- Kentucky State Police are conducting a statewide search for Simmons.
- The June 20 alert indicates the search and response are ongoing as of the time of publication.