Update
The Laurel County Sheriff's Office reports that around 10 p.m. Tuesday, Johnson was arrested on Auger Springs Road in the Keavy community of Laurel County.
Police say more details are to come.
Original Story
The Laurel County Sheriff's Office is searching for 38-year-old Richard C. Johnson, who is accused of attempting to murder a 73-year-old woman on Tuesday around 1:00 a.m.
Police say they responded to a residence in the Keavy community. Upon arrival, they found the woman suffering from multiple stab and slash wounds to her face, chest, and arms.
The woman was transported by helicopter to the University of Kentucky Medical Center to be treated for her injuries and is in critical condition.
After further investigation, police discovered that Johnson was the ex-boyfriend of the victim's family member.
Johnson fled the scene before police arrived and has not been located yet.
Police say he is considered armed and dangerous, and anyone with information about his whereabouts should contact the sheriff's office at 606-878-7000.
