Accused trooper shooter waives extradition but will remain in Kentucky to face crimes
The waiver allows authorities to return Branch to Tennessee without going through a contested extradition process.
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The waiver allows authorities to return Branch to Tennessee without going through a contested extradition process.
Branch was scheduled to appear for a preliminary hearing Friday morning.
According to court records, the shooting was captured on camera before the suspect drove away.
Fire crews responded to a fire alarm activation at the YMCA, located at 1 YMCA Way, at approximately 3:09 a.m. Sept. 30.
On Tuesday, Glasgow Police Chief Guy Howie wanted people to remember Phillips for more than the badge he wore or the job he did. He wanted to remember the person behind it.
Several members of the law enforcement community attended the hearing, along with members of Trooper Hayden Phillips’ family, including his wife, Jordan.
Records from the Tennessee Department of Correction show Branch was serving a five-year probation sentence when he was arrested Monday.
About six hours after the shooting, Kentucky State Police held a news conference to share what they knew about the killing and the investigation.
Happy Valley Road will be closed during the procession. Police urged motorists to use caution as officers and others assist along the route.