KSP searching for escaped inmate in Muhlenburg Co.

CENTRAL CITY, Ky. (WTVQ)- State police say they are looking for an escaped inmate from the Green River Correctional Complex.

KSP says 44-year-old Charles Pedigo, originally from Scottsville, escaped the facility just before 9 p.m. Wednesday.

Troopers say Pedigo is described as 5’9″ and 230 pounds. They say he has a goatee and a tattoo of the grim reaper on his left arm. On his upper right arm, he has a tattoo of a dream catcher with an eagle.

Pedigo was being held on assault charges and sentenced to 29 years and one day. KSP says Pedigo has ties to Allen, Hardin and Simpson counties.

If anyone has information on the whereabouts of this Pedigo, contact Kentucky State Police Post 2 at 270-676-3313 or by Text a Tip via the Kentucky State Police App.

Callers may remain anonymous.