Colorado Man Found Dead in Kentucky Home; Local Man Charged With Murder
MCCREARY COUNTY, KY — A missing person investigation spanning multiple states has ended in tragedy after a Colorado man was discovered dead inside a Kentucky home. The discovery has led to murder charges against a McCreary County man, according to Kentucky State Police.
Authorities said the case began on Thursday evening, when the McCreary County Sheriff’s Office contacted state police around 5:42 p.m. regarding a missing person, identified as 36-year-old Damian A. Poole, of Monument, Colorado. Poole had recently been reported missing, and initial information suggested he may have traveled to Kentucky.
As the investigation unfolded, officers located Poole inside a residence in McCreary County. Tragically, he was found dead. Details about how long he had been deceased and the circumstances of his death have not yet been released publicly.
Following the discovery, Kentucky State Police identified and arrested a local suspect. That individual is now facing murder charges in connection to Poole’s death. Authorities have not yet released the suspect’s full identity, nor have they disclosed a potential motive, citing the ongoing nature of the investigation.
Community Shock
The case has shaken both the small Kentucky community where the body was found and Poole’s hometown of Monument, Colorado. Poole’s death leaves family and friends searching for answers about what brought him to Kentucky and how a visit turned fatal.
Neighbors in McCreary County expressed disbelief as news spread that a homicide had occurred so close to home. “It’s a quiet area,” said one resident. “You don’t expect something like this to happen here.”
Ongoing Investigation
Kentucky State Police crime scene units remained at the home for several hours, collecting evidence and documenting the scene. Detectives are working to establish a timeline of events leading up to Poole’s death, including when he arrived in Kentucky, who he was with, and the nature of his connection to the suspect.
Authorities have confirmed that Poole’s body has been sent to the state medical examiner’s office for an autopsy to determine the official cause of death.
Call for Information
Police are urging anyone with knowledge about Poole’s whereabouts prior to his death or interactions he may have had in McCreary County to come forward.
“Every detail matters,” a Kentucky State Police spokesperson said. “We want to give this family answers and hold those responsible accountable.”
Moving Forward
While investigators work to build their case, Poole’s loved ones in Colorado are left grieving the sudden loss of a man described by friends as warm, adventurous, and deeply connected to his family. Community members in Monument are rallying around his relatives, offering prayers and support as they await justice.
The suspect remains in custody as formal charges are processed, and court proceedings are expected to begin in the coming days.
This tragic case underscores the far-reaching impact of violent crime, spanning hundreds of miles and leaving two communities reeling — one in Colorado and one in Kentucky.
