Dennis R. Rigdon, Threatening to Commit a Mass Shooting, Kentucky 2022
Owensboro, KY – In a shocking turn of events, a Morganfield man has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison for threatening to commit a mass shooting.
According to court documents and statements made in court, on May 20, 2022, Dennis R. Rigdon, 54, of Morganfield, Kentucky, sent a text message to another person that stated, “Mass shooting at Jim David’s or zebryy up to you.”
In addition to the 15-month prison sentence, Rigdon was sentenced to a 3-year term of supervised release. There is no parole in the federal system.
The case was investigated by the FBI Owensboro Satellite Office and the Union County Sheriff’s Office.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Mark J. Yurchisin II, of the U.S. Attorney’s Bowling Green Branch Office, prosecuted the case.
This disturbing incident highlights the importance of taking threats of violence seriously and holding individuals accountable for their actions.
The Western District of Kentucky will continue to work tirelessly to keep our communities safe from harm.
Key Facts
- State: Kentucky
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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