OAK GROVE, Ky. (WKRN) — A man wanted in connection with a deadly carjacking at a Southern Kentucky truck stop has been taken into custody after leading law enforcement on a pursuit in Illinois, officials said.
According to the Humphreys County Sheriff’s Office, 36-year-old Brian Lee Kerr Jr. is believed to be the primary suspect in a deadly carjacking that took place on Dec. 28 in Oak Grove, Kentucky. Kerr reportedly shot the victim multiple times and drove the stolen vehicle to Humphreys County.
While in Humphreys County, Kerr dumped the stolen vehicle in Oak Grove and stole another vehicle, which is believed to be a deer hunter’s truck, deputies said. Kerr then crashed the truck in Maury County.
Authorities reported Kerr was “believed to be armed with two handguns and an AR-15 rifle,” adding he had a prior conviction from 2004 for first-degree murder in Tennessee.
According to deputies, further investigation revealed Kerr has violent tendencies and is a frequent methamphetamine abuser.
On Jan. 5, days after the deadly Oak Grove carjacking, Kerr led officers on a pursuit in Illinois. Officials said he was later arrested by Illinois State Police.
The Humphreys County chief deputy said Kerr was wanted for multiple charges in the county including theft over $10,000, being a felon in possession of a firearm, and many others.
It remains unclear what additional charges Kerr will face for his alleged role in the deadly carjacking and Illinois pursuit.
No additional details were immediately released.
