Blaine man arrested on child abuse charges

ASHLAND, Ky. (WTVQ) – Kentucky State Police say a man has been arrested after receiving a report on Wednesday of physical abuse to a 4-year-old child.

Troopers say the child had multiple cuts and bruises, prompting an investigation that led them to arrest 29-year-old Billy J. Keeton.

The child was taken to Three Rivers Medical Center for treatment, and then was released.

Keeton was taken to the Big Sandy Regional Detention Center and charged with criminal abuse.