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KSP: 1 arrested after vehicle pursuit leads to barricade situation on KY 151

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UPDATE: Feb. 12 at 10:19 p.m.

According to new information from the KSP, one man was arrested after a speeding violation led to a pursuit and a man barricading himself inside his home on KY 151 on Wednesday.

The man came out of his home peacefully, was arrested, and taken to the Franklin County Detention Center. No injuries were reported, KSP reports.

A special response team was on the scene.

Trooper Josh Satterly thanked the public for staying away from the scene and said the road should be reopened soon.

UPDATE: Feb. 12 at 9:34 p.m.

According to the Kentucky State Police, a vehicle pursuit turned into a barricade situation on KY 151 on Wednesday.

The road is shut down for the safety of citizens and to allow troopers and officers to operate effectively, KSP says.

Original Story:

The Kentucky State Police say they are conducting an investigation into an incident on KY 151 near the Anderson and Franklin County lines.

A release from the KSP says KY 151 has been temporarily closed between Interstate 64 and Green Wilson Road. Drivers can use KY 127, Interstate 64, and Green Wilson Road as alternative routes.

No other information is available at this time.

LEX 18 is working to get more information and will bring you the latest details as they become available.