Morehead Police Department apprehends two inmates who reportedly escaped from detention facility

MOREHEAD, Ky. (ABC 36 News Now) –

Update: May 9 at 12:30 p.m.

The Morehead Police Department has apprehended two inmates who reportedly escaped from the Rowan County Detention Center on Friday evening.

The two inmates have been identified as 29-year-old Michael Fogelman and 52-year-old James Smallwood. The inmates were located in the Christy Creek area, according to police.

“Thank you to the community members who noticed suspicious activity and contacted authorities. Your vigilance and cooperation help keep our community safe,” the police department wrote in a social media post.

Original story:

Morehead Police are now searching for two inmates that walked away from the Rowan County Detention Center Friday evening.

According to MPD, 29-year-old Michael Fogleman is 6’0″, weighing 188 pounds with short hair and beard, and a medium to stocky build. 52-year-old James Smallwood is 6’1,” weighing 215 pounds with short, cropped hair, gray facial hair, and a medium to stocky build.

The public is encouraged to remain aware of their surroundings and are urged to contact police if they have any information.