Deputy Sheriff Josh Phipps

Josh Phipps

Deputy Sheriff Josh Phipps was shot and killed while pursuing a fleeing suspect on Bluebird Drive in Russell Springs.

Deputy Phipps was assisting the Kentucky State Police in apprehending a suspect who had fled on foot. During the encounter with the suspect at 5:27 p.m., gunfire was exchanged. Deputy Phipps was transported to the Russell County Hospital where he succumbed to his wounds.

The suspect died from his wounds at the hospital.

Deputy Phipps had served with the Russell County Sheriff's Office for three years and previously served with the Louisville Metro Police Department. He is survived by his parents.