Juvenile Arrested in Allen County Double Murder

Darren Doyle, story:
A double homicide in Allen County has left authorities investigating after two individuals were found dead in a home, leading to the arrest of a 17-year-old male juvenile.
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According to the Kentucky State Police Post 3, officers were called just before 7:00 p.m. on February 18, 2026, by the Allen County Sheriff’s Office to investigate a death at a residence located at 334 Stamps Road.

Upon arrival, authorities reportedly discovered the bodies of Traci Trasky, 42, and an unidentified 12-year-old male juvenile inside the home. Trasky’s vehicle was reported missing from the scene.

Shortly afterward, the vehicle was located unoccupied on Pleasant Field Church Road in Allen County, KSP said. With assistance from the Allen County Sheriff’s Department and Scottsville Police Department, which included the use of a drone, officers spotted an individual running through a nearby wooded area, according to KSP.

A brief foot pursuit ensued, resulting in the detention of a 17-year-old male juvenile without incident. Following additional investigation, the juvenile was arrested and charged with two counts of murder, tampering with physical evidence, theft by unlawful taking (auto), and fleeing or evading police in the first degree (on foot).
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The Kentucky State Police Investigative Personnel continue to lead the active investigation.