The Kentucky State Police are urgently seeking the public’s assistance in locating Joseph K. Fulton, a Wayne County man suspected of killing his mother, Mary J. Fulton, before setting her home ablaze.
This tragic incident unfolded in Monticello, Kentucky, in the early hours of Friday morning, leaving the community shocked and on high alert. The 43-year-old suspect is currently considered armed and dangerous, and an active warrant has been issued for his arrest.
The Wayne County Fire Department responded to a fire at a residence on Old Springs Road, where they discovered a woman believed to be 64-year-old Mary Fulton deceased within the burned structure.
According to preliminary investigations and statements from the Kentucky State Police, Joseph Fulton allegedly made statements admitting to the shooting of his mother and subsequently setting her home on fire. Emergency responders found no sign of Fulton at the scene, prompting a swift statewide search effort.
Joseph Fulton, who resided in the house with his mother, reportedly fled before law enforcement and firefighters arrived. His last known whereabouts are unknown, but he was last seen wearing a dark shirt and possibly tan or khaki pants.
The tragic nature of this incident has shaken Wayne County residents, particularly in Monticello, a quiet town where violent crime is rare. The Kentucky State Police, who were contacted by Wayne County 911 at around 1 a.m. on Friday, have since intensified their investigation, deploying additional resources to locate and apprehend the suspect. While specific details surrounding the motive remain undisclosed, authorities continue to piece together information from witnesses and local sources.
