The Kentucky State Police (KSP) has announced an arrest following a significant development in an ongoing sex abuse investigation in Fleming County.

The Details On April 6, authorities received information linking Joseph McClure, 39, of Flemingsburg, to an active investigation involving James Barnes Sr. Following an extensive interview with KSP investigators, McClure was taken into custody.

Charges Filed McClure faces several serious charges, including:

  • 1st Degree Rape

  • 3rd Degree Sodomy

  • Incest

  • 3rd Degree Terroristic Threatening

Current Status McClure is currently being held at the Mason County Detention Center on a $250,000 cash bond. On April 16, his case was officially referred to a grand jury for further proceedings.

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