WTF LEX!?

When a citizen files a complaint against a police officer, who investigates the complaint—and who investigates the investigator? In this episode of WTF LEX!?, we take a closer look at Lexington Police Sergeant Weslee Farley, the supervisor who recently determined a complaint against Officer Barrett was "unfounded." Using public records, court documents, news reports, and a Kentucky Attorney Genera...

A parole violation arrest turns into a massive SWAT operation involving U.S. Marshals, Kentucky State Police, and Lexington Police. Greg breaks down what he witnessed firsthand during the hours-long standoff on Darby Creek that ended with the suspect being pulled from an attic and taken into custody. Plus, a Lexington apartment fire leaves residents displaced, a victim is stabbed during an attempt...

Another wild week in Lexington. In this episode of WTF Lex!?, Greg covers a Lexington police officer charged involving a minor, a missing 18-year-old woman, smoke forcing evacuation at WTVQ, and a tragic motorcycle crash that led to life-saving organ donations. Local news, police accountability, emergency response, and the chaos of central Kentucky — all in one episode. Presented by Ole Gerg Media...

Two major stories out of Central Kentucky this week. First, a Berea bank robbery connected to Brailen Weaver turned deadly, leaving two people dead and ending in a police chase. The suspect has now waived a federal detention hearing and will remain in custody as the case moves forward. Then, a viral video from a Penn Station East Coast Subs in Lexington involving Tommy Roark has sparked outrage on...

🎙️ WTF Lex – Episode Notes Officer Dragged, Explosion, Stabbing, Plane Down — A Wild Week in Lexington Lexington saw a series of serious incidents over a short span of time. In this episode, we break down multiple events across the city—from a major explosion to a line-of-duty injury and even a plane emergency. 🚨 Incident Breakdown 🔥 Explosion + Structure Fire A house fire caused by an explosion...

⚠️ Content Warning: This episode discusses violence, police shootings, and allegations of corruption. Listener discretion is advised. This special edition of WTF Lex heads south to London, Kentucky—where a series of incidents raise bigger questions about accountability, transparency, and power. From the 2024 Interstate 75 Kentucky shooting and the death of suspect Joseph Couch, to the fatal shooti...

This week in Lexington, things escalated fast—a reported shooting that turned into a standoff with arrests, a hazmat response behind an AutoZone that had people on edge, and a knife assault that left a victim hospitalized. But this episode is different. I wasn’t just reading the headlines—I was on scene. In this episode of WTF Lex, I break down what actually happened from firsthand experience. Wha...

Lexington has been wild lately — and we’ve got a lot to unpack. In this episode of WTF Lex, we break down the viral downtown Tesla incident, where a driver plowed through a crowd while trying to escape a chaotic situation. Was it self-defense or something more? We also dive into: A controversial video showing Lexington police using force during an arrest Questions about police presence (or lack of...

WTF LEX!? Podcast – CITY OVERWHELMED Lexington didn’t just have a bad morning—this was a system under pressure. After a recent bomb threat at a local hospital, the city was hit with another ice storm. Roads quickly became dangerous, crashes piled up, and police were overwhelmed to the point of pushing drivers to self-report incidents instead of responding. At the same time, questions are being rai...

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In this episode of WTF LEX!? , we take a closer look at accountability inside the Lexington Police Department and examine disciplinary actions, lawsuits, and officer resignations over the past several years. Using public records from Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government and reporting from local news outlets, we break down cases where officers were reprimanded, suspended, resigned, or faced in...

A shots-fired call on Wilderness Road led to a large police response in Lexington, including more than twenty units, drones overhead, and loudspeaker negotiations. After roughly two hours, officers cleared the scene with no visible arrests and, as of recording, no detailed public explanation. In this episode, I break down what was personally observed behind the police tape, what has been officiall...

Today on WTF LEX!? , we break down a smoky apartment fire at Stone Bridge that sent residents to the hospital and displaced families, another blaze at an old bowling alley property, and an on-scene interaction with police that raises questions about transparency. We also touch on Kentucky’s 75–74 last-second loss to Auburn and the emotional swing it brought to the city. From sirens to buzzer beate...

🔫 16-Year-Old Arrested – Maywick Shooting A 16-year-old has been arrested in connection to the shooting of a 15-year-old on Maywick. Two teenagers. Guns. Another neighborhood shaken. 🚨 Shooting Victim Found at Lowe’s / Chili’s Parking Lot A gunshot victim was located in the Lowe’s / Chili’s parking lot — but police aren’t saying exactly where the shooting actually happened. 🚗 Entrapment Wreck –...

Lexington stayed busy — and not in a good way. This episode covers: 🔥 Homicide Arrest – Versailles Road An arrest has been made in the February 5th shooting death of 17-year-old Jonathan Hunt. Police say Amontae Flynn, 18, has been charged with Murder and Robbery 1st Degree and is being held at the Fayette County Detention Center. 🚨 Shooting Arrest – Mt. Rushmore Way An arrest was made in a Sept...