Manhunt Ends as Perks Is Arrested | Bowling Green News

Bowling Green News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 10, 2026 · 1m

A high-stakes manhunt in Breckinridge County, Kentucky, ended with the arrest of 45-year-old Lester Perks, who allegedly fired at an officer near Eva Carmen Park. The incident triggered a shelter-in-place order, school closures, and halted county operations as authorities scrambled to locate him. Described as 5’11”, 160 lbs, and wearing a maroon shirt, Perks was considered armed and dangerous — though no one was injured during the search. Kentucky State Police joined local forces in the operation, which concluded with his capture as investigators continue to piece together what led to the…