UPDATE: Kentucky State Police said that a missing Central City Man has been located and confirmed deceased in Jessamine County.
Police said that the discovery follows an exhaustive investigation, with crucial information provided to Post 2 detectives, leading our investigative team to Jessamine County, where Kelley’s vehicle was found.
The Jessamine County Sheriff’s Department had an unidentified body located on November 16, 2023, and through familial DNA testing and other medical records, Kelley was positively identified on December 20, 2023.
The Jessamine County Sheriff’s Department is currently conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Kelley’s death. However, preliminary findings suggest that foul play is not suspected.
The collaborative efforts of Post 2 Detectives and the Jessamine County Sheriff’s Department have been crucial in resolving this case. KSP said they commend their dedication and professionalism in bringing clarity to the circumstances surrounding Kelley’s disappearance.
Kelly, 52, of Central City was reported missing on Nov. 29th. His family said they had last spoken to him approximately two months before he was reported missing.
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Central City, Ky. (November 29, 2023) – Kentucky State Police is searching for a missing Central City man.
State police received a call at approximately 6:36 p.m. Monday about a missing person in Muhlenberg County.
Breathitt Kelly, also known as Bret, of Central City last spoke with his family approximately two months ago.
Kelly is described as a white man, 6’, 155 pounds, with brown hair, hazel eyes, and possibly a beard.
He operates a blue 1990 Ford Aerostar Van bearing license plate 227BXV. He is known to frequent Lincoln, Madison, Carlisle, Garrard, Calloway, and Marshall counties.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Breathitt Kelly is asked to contact Kentucky State Police, Post 2 at 270-676-3313.
Citizens may also report tips anonymously through the KSP app. The app is available for iPhone, iPad, and Android applications and can be easily downloaded free of charge through Apple and Google Play stores.
This investigation is ongoing by Trooper Ean Weber.
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