Jett Ballard

Murdered
Case Description
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On Friday, July 12, 2024, a tragic accident occurred in Estill County, Kentucky, resulting in the death of 14-year-old Jett Ballard from Berea. Ballard was visiting friends in the Red Lick area near the Madison County line on Clark Road when the incident happened. According to the Kentucky State Police, the accident involved a firearm, and Ballard was accidentally shot by a 13-year-old outside a home.

The Estill County Coroner, Jimmy Wise, was called to the scene around 1:45 p.m. and pr ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Jett Ballard

    Male

    Black / African American

    Irvine

    KY

    2024-07-12

    14

    Jett

    Ballard

    Yes

    12/11/2024

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    Is there a memorial being planned for Jett? Would love to pay my respects and honor his memory if th... ...Read More
    07/13/2024
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