On January 11, 2026, at approximately 2:13 a.m., Deputy Dustin Cooper with the Fleming County Sheriff’s Office observed Aaron Black operating a silver Honda CR-V in the Hillsboro Road area. Aaron Black was known to have an active arrest warrant.
When deputies attempted to initiate a traffic stop, the vehicle fled the area, leaving the roadway and entering a nearby field. The operator abandoned the vehicle and continued to flee on foot into a wooded area. The passenger was detained and confirmed the operator’s identity as Aaron Black. Deputies canvassed the area extensively but were unable to locate him at that time.
At a later date, Aaron Black was observed by deputies and immediately fled on foot. Despite an immediate search, he was not located. Due to these repeated incidents, a criminal complaint was signed for Aaron Black.
On January 18, 2026, the Fleming County Sheriff’s Office received information that Aaron Black had been seen in the area of Ringos Mills Road and Freeman Road. Deputies, including Deputy Dustin Cooper, responded to the area, where Deputy James Welch and K9 Rex located Aaron Black and took him into custody without further incident.
Aaron Black was charged with fleeing or evading police in a motor vehicle, fleeing or evading police on foot, possession of methamphetamine, and additional related charges.
The Fleming County Sheriff’s Office commends Deputy Dustin Cooper, Deputy James Welch, and K9 Rex for their professionalism, persistence, and commitment to public safety. When individuals repeatedly attempt to evade law enforcement, deputies will continue to pursue lawful accountability until the matter is resolved.
All parties are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
