Ex-Rolling Fork, KY, Fire Chief Indicted for Using Public Money

    June 10, 2025
    John Skaggs, 39, is accused of spending Rolling Fork Fire Department funds earmarked for payments.

    A grand jury in Nelson County has indicted the former Rolling Fork fire chief for using department funds for himself.

    John Skaggs, released on bail, was charged with abusing public trust less than $10,000, misconduct and theft, according to WLKY. 

    He also is accused of using a taxpayer-funded gas card to buy fuel for his personal vehicle, and took money from the City of New Haven.

    Skaggs was suspended in January and his since, resigned.

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