Court documents reveal moments leading up to KSP trooper’s death
A Warren County grand jury indicted Emonnie Branch on murder and evidence charges after investigators said he shot Trooper Hayden Phillips during a traffic stop.
- On Monday, September 28, Kentucky State Police Trooper Hayden Phillips was fatally shot during a traffic stop on Interstate 65 in Warren County. Authorities arrested 51-year-old Emonnie Branch in Louisville following an investigation.
- According to a criminal complaint, Branch shot Phillips after the trooper stopped his bluish-gray Honda Civic for an expired temporary tag on Interstate 65 North near mile marker 38.
- In-Car camera footage captured the fatal interaction, showing Phillips leaning into the vehicle before two shots were fired and he collapsed backward.
- A Warren County grand jury indicted Branch on Thursday for murder of a first responder and tampering with physical evidence. During Friday's court hearing, Branch waived his right to extradition to Tennessee.
- Hundreds gathered Thursday at Kentucky State Police Post 15 to honor the fallen trooper, who previously served as an EMT and firefighter. His family has asked that his stories continue to be told.
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Kentucky grand jury indicts man accused in killing of KSP trooper
Kentucky Commonwealth’s Attorney for the 8th Judicial Circuit is holding a press conference to provide an update on the status of the case of the man accused of shooting and killing a KSP trooper during a traffic stop on Monday.
Candlelight vigil honors Kentucky State Police Trooper Hayden Phillips - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News
KENTUCKY (KBSI) – Members of the public gathered Thursday night, Oct. 1, at Kentucky State Police Post 15 for a candlelight vigil honoring Trooper Hayden Phillips, according to the agency. The gathering brought community members together in support of Phillips’ family, friends and fellow troopers. In a Facebook post Friday, Kentucky State Police thanked those who attended for their prayers,...
Documents detail moments before KSP trooper's death
According to a criminal complaint, Phillips pulled over Emonnie Branch Monday just after 1 p.m., after he was driving with expired temporary tags. Dash camera footage showed Phillips reportedly approach the passenger side of the car before two shots rang out.
KSP trooper’s death highlights dangers of routine traffic stops for Kentucky officers
The death of Kentucky State Police Trooper Hayden Phillips during a routine traffic stop has prompted local law enforcement to emphasize continued safety training and vigilance.
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