Man Arrested For The 1,000th Time

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Posted: 12:51 PM Sep 23, 2008
Last Updated: 6:39 PM Sep 23, 2008

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He's hit another a milestone. A Lexington man, famous for how many times he's been arrested, took his 1,000th trip to jail.

Police arrested Henry Earl for alcohol intoxication, a charge he's faced hundreds of times before.

Earl is a pseudo-celebrity because of his extensive record. He's been featured on late night talk shows and has several websites dedicated to tracking his arrest record.

Earl's 1,000th arrest happened late Monday night on South Limestone. He'll be in court Tuesday afternoon to answer to this latest charge.

If you're wondering what 1,000 arrests equals, here's a look at Henry Earl's history.

In all, he's spent 4,123 days in jail.

35 of his 1000 arrests have been this year alone, landing him behind bars 189 days in 2008.

On average, Earl is out of jail about two days before he lands back behind bars, although this time he was out for four days before his latest arrest.

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Posted by: Melissa Location: RI on Oct 5, 2008 at 08:55 PM
I agree with James from Indiana- Leave him in jail. Save the gas!!

Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 5, 2008 at 06:43 PM
really sad shows how stupid the justice system is down south aren't you happy to see your tax dollars wasted i know a 2 year old that could be a better judge than you have i hope community members protest this issue i know i would jill osborne mass

Posted by: Pat Location: Monticello on Oct 2, 2008 at 08:49 PM
Hey he made it 4 days between arrests, maybe he's going to AA meetings!

Posted by: Michael Location: Hampton on Sep 30, 2008 at 07:04 PM
that is wack

Posted by: Darlene Location: KY on Sep 29, 2008 at 07:58 AM
Someone needs to tally what each of these 1000 arrest cost, and how much he spends on his beer or whatever he is drinking....Can he afford a place in public housing or somewhere. I pray for his safety and now that winter is coming on, all the homeless is in danger again. I don't think he would hurt anyone but it is sad.

Posted by: anon on Sep 28, 2008 at 07:54 PM
lol racism

Posted by: Keith Location: Texas on Sep 27, 2008 at 06:29 PM
I'm glad to see our tax dollars are so well spent.... What a really sick society we live in when we make celebrities out of human trash like this ape.... Leave him there to rot already....

Posted by: RALPH Location: TEXAS on Sep 26, 2008 at 03:28 PM
I say put this pathetic monkey in jail and leave him there for about 10 years. At least it will prevent him from furthering his total number of arrests.

Posted by: kt Location: lex on Sep 26, 2008 at 03:12 PM
this man has spent more time than shane ragland!!!!!!! and he hasnt killed anyone.

Posted by: Jessa Location: Texas on Sep 26, 2008 at 02:59 PM
TNB

Posted by: Lacy Location: wash. dc on Sep 26, 2008 at 02:17 PM
In Washington DC where I live I see gov't workers, lawyers & other professionals making fools of themselves & falling down drunk on a nightly basis coming from the bars as I leave my night job you all should leave this poor man alone and arrest some of there people....

Posted by: James Location: Indiana on Sep 26, 2008 at 01:30 PM
This guy is just wasting your tax money. After 1000 arrests he should be just thrown in jail for life.

Posted by: Prayer Warrior Location: Williamsburg on Sep 26, 2008 at 10:22 AM
What he needs is prayer that the Lord will help him break this alcohol addiction. Lord, speak to him in ways that he will understand and hear. Break the spirit of addiction from this man and set him free. Not so that he will become a celebrity but that his life will bring You glory, Lord. I thank you that we will hear a change in this man's life. Thank You for loving him and dying on the cross to set sinners like US all free from All sin and All addiction. Amen.

Posted by: Luv to watch cops Location: Getting up to turn tv off on Sep 26, 2008 at 06:13 AM
Do What?....and gas at 4.00 a gallon!!! Does he ride up front & use the police radio to call I'm on my way!!!

Posted by: Momma on Sep 25, 2008 at 08:04 PM
That's my BOY!!!

Posted by: Cindy Location: Lex on Sep 25, 2008 at 06:29 PM
Forget the cell. Get him an apartment over on Polo Club. They like tenants like him.

Posted by: Fred Location: Lexington on Sep 25, 2008 at 03:42 PM
The least the Fayette Co Police could've done was had punch, pie and confetti to celebrate....

Posted by: Mike Location: Jones on Sep 25, 2008 at 10:23 AM
This guys is my hero!!!!!

Posted by: Allen Location: Lex on Sep 25, 2008 at 08:35 AM
You people are so gullible. What part of sarcasm don't you understand? I know he's not 29; I was making a point that excessive use/abuse of alcohol is bad for you. Sheesh, lighten up!

Posted by: BG Location: Seattle, WA on Sep 25, 2008 at 02:04 AM
(Continued from first posting) If someone after having too much to drink acts inappropriately he or she can be charged with a crime such as disorderly conduct (which he has a few times), or if driving, a DUI (not even arrested once). I do not know what is in the arrest reports, but I have not seen anything to indicate that this guy has done anything to anybody. He isn’t stealing from people or assaulting them. The small percentage of charges that are different (trespassing, non payment of fines, begging, etc.) may be the result of these ridiculous, constant arrests more than anything else. They have made him unemployable and saddled him with massive debt. I find it remarkable that he hasn’t committed more serious crimes as a result of constantly being locked up, which to me just proves that he isn’t a danger to anybody (though doing a 1000 days in jail may change that). It bothers me that a man who engages in conduct that only hurts himself is constantly being thrown in jail for it

Posted by: BG Location: Seattle, WA on Sep 25, 2008 at 01:58 AM
I feel that my view of this case is significantly different than just about everybody else’s. I blame the city of Lexington (and maybe other cities if some offenses occurred elsewhere). This is not because they have not “come down harder” on this guy, but because they keep arresting him for a very minor offense that most people have committed (though most are not arrested for it) more than a few times. Many people in bars or walking home after having too much to drink are likely committing the offense of “alcohol intoxication” (whatever that means). It’s possible that the only difference between Mr. Earl and many other people is that he may drink more often and since he is homeless he has nowhere to go that isn’t “public”. I question whether “alcohol intoxication” should even be a crime. The act of getting “intoxicated” itself is not hurting anybody except maybe the one who is imbibing. (Continued in next posting)

Posted by: BILL Location: ASHLAND on Sep 25, 2008 at 12:28 AM
YOU GOTTA LOVE "GOOD OLE KENTUCKY LAWS". THIS IS EXACTLY WHY HE PROBABLY CONTINUES SOME OF HIS BEHAVIOR.."PUBLICITY"... AS WE READ ON HERE, HE HAS BEEN RECOGNIZED BY THE "LATE NIGHT SHOWS" AND "WEBSITES" FOR HIS ARREST RECORD. THIS IS JUST LIKE A MAN CONVICTED OF MURDER AND BEING RECOGNIZED FOR THE HORRIBLE MURDER HE COMMITED AND PUTTING SOME OF THE EVIDENCE IN A "MUSEUM" OR HIM WRITING BOOKS WHILE IN PRISON AND HIM MAKING MONEY ON IT. WHAT IS WRONG WITH THIS PICTURE AND SOCIETY TODAY? THIS WILL CONTINUE AS LONG AS THE JUDGE OR THE JUDICIAL SYSTEM LETS HIM. SO ANYWAY GOOD LUCK ON HUNTING FOR YOUR 1,001 ARREST. IM SURE YOU WILL FIND IT REAL SOON...

Posted by: Ron Location: FLA on Sep 24, 2008 at 11:43 PM
He keeps getting arrested for "being intoxicated"? Now I know it is illegal to drink and drive, or drink and fight, but are you saying it is illegal in Kentucky just to drink?? The mere fact of being under the influence of alcohol is illegal in Kentucky?? Glad I live elsewhere!!!

Posted by: GDAWG Location: Louisville on Sep 24, 2008 at 11:20 PM
People starving, homeless, and stuggling to live a normal life and we cut funding in these areas so that we can have money for things/people like this? What a wonderful society and political system we have!

Posted by: Jon on Sep 24, 2008 at 08:30 PM
Living on Social Security, and taxpapers money while in jail....

Posted by: Great!! Location: Ky on Sep 24, 2008 at 07:36 PM
Don't you just love the KY stories that make it national!! Now this story has made it to Yahoo, ABC, FOX, CNN, etc., makes me so proud...

Posted by: fawad Location: new jersey on Sep 24, 2008 at 07:17 PM
WOW!!! cant believe that!!! he should be in for good because alcholism is not too safe for others around.

Posted by: Granny Location: Georgetown on Sep 24, 2008 at 06:59 PM
The police do not go out looking for Henry. Most of the time he goes into a business, especially in cold weather, and has them call the police to come and get him. As for being a repeat offender, the law applies only to felonies. Drunkeness is only a misdemeanor. The only person Henry will kill is himself either by alcohol or by staggering out in front of a car.

Posted by: Steve Location: Lexington on Sep 24, 2008 at 06:09 PM
Some of you people are nuts! I have read that he should be put in prison for his addiction (sorry, public intoxication is a MISDEMEANOR, he CAN'T be put in prison for that), and someone else said "what happened to the 3 strikes law" (there is no such law in KY, and the one you're referring to in other states is for VIOLENT FELONIES, NOT MISDEMEANORS). I agree with LeaveHimAlone, people who think you should take an alcoholic who obviously needs help and throw him in prison and throw away the key ARE THE PROBLEM. What we need is to get rid of all the lawyers who have destroyed our justice system, so that a judge can sentence him to MANDATORY INPATIENT treament, so he has no choice whether he wants to be there or not. However, lawyers have fixed it so unless he is an immediate danger to himself or others (he is not), then they can't make him get treated. So, he is doomed by the system to roam the streets, beg for money, and keep getting arrested for being a drunk. How sad!

Posted by: mike Location: Berea on Sep 24, 2008 at 06:00 PM
I got to know Henry a few years ago and it's clear that he is a person that wouldn't harm a fly. He probably likes being known as "James Brown" because sometimes he shows off his dance moves. It seems that somewhere down the road he liked the attention he was getting from this and decided he wanted this to be identity. I hope the best for him and may the Lord bless him.

Posted by: Pam Location: Michigan on Sep 24, 2008 at 05:53 PM
LOL...got to say....he's no dummy. If I was home-less I would make sure I stayed behinbd bars. I live in a suburb outside of Detroit...and to watch the homeless people go thru a cold bitter winter is heart wrenching. Maybe the state should take control and get this man the help he needs. And let's all pray for him cause who knows...one of these days we may be worse off. Something to ponder...isn't it? smiles...

Posted by: roger Location: lexington on Sep 24, 2008 at 05:05 PM
it's not the Police, it the Judge that fails to do anyhing about this man. He obviously has a substance abuse problem. He should be given a suspended sentence, ordered to a in-patient abuse program and held in criminal contempt if he is re-arrested.

Posted by: Kelly Location: Paris on Sep 24, 2008 at 04:13 PM
There's no place like home.

Posted by: M Location: Omaha on Sep 24, 2008 at 02:41 PM
At what point does "habitual criminal" come into play? Why are we making this criminal out to be a celebrity? Why is he receiving all of this undo attention when he should be locked up for good?

Posted by: rick on Sep 24, 2008 at 12:57 PM
How in the world does this guy get the money to buy yhe booze? Surely he can't have a job. If so, I'd like to know who keeps hiring him.

Posted by: Nora Location: The Woods on Sep 24, 2008 at 12:07 PM
This guy is awesome! And they say he's homeless? Well no wonder, if I were homeless I'd be doing the same gig! Free food, shower and warm place to bed. Great game plan! Kudos and God Bless him

Posted by: Do you need to know on Sep 24, 2008 at 11:50 AM
This man clearly needs helped not arrested 1000 times, why doesn't the GREAT police dept. go chase the real criminals. Maybe they should try to help him instead.

Posted by: Butch Location: Lexington on Sep 24, 2008 at 11:06 AM
This making a mockery of our judicial system and abuse of my hard-earned tax money. Enough of the free ride. When is he going to be punished?

Posted by: CC Location: Winchester on Sep 24, 2008 at 09:31 AM
This man obviously wants attention. Why keep publishing his offenses?

Posted by: Rob Location: Richmond on Sep 24, 2008 at 09:29 AM
You see this same "Big World" drunk at bars and at restraunts then leave on a lawn mower. I have! Let me drive through Richmond on my lawn mower watch me spend the rest of the week in a cell. I'm not making fun of the guy but having people like this be the face of your town/city is shameful

Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 24, 2008 at 09:00 AM
rob of richmond BIG WORLD is part of richmond he dont cause no problems so dont talk about him.he has been in richmond ever since i can recall my kids always say hi to him we ask him if hes ok hes got something wrong with him an dosnt need to be talked about or made fun of.on a news post.richmond would not be richmond without him.he is radio of richmond treat people like him with a little resepct.

Posted by: Bubba Johnson Location: Stanford on Sep 24, 2008 at 08:49 AM
In all, the guy has spent 11.3 years in jail.

Posted by: Note to LeaveHimAlone on Sep 24, 2008 at 08:31 AM
You just got thru saying he won't admit to his alcohol problem and doesn't want help then you bash people for not being compassionate? If he doesn't want help and isolates himself, we aren't isolating him by ignoring him. He already made it clear that is what he wants. Quit making it sound like we are adding to his problem. If help has been offered and he doesn't want it, you can't force it upon him. He's a drunk, some people think he's a celebrity (those are the people adding to this problem), and he doesn't want any help. He'll eventually die from liver problems due to his drinking and we won't have to worry about him. Sorry to be so morbid buy like you said, he doesn't want help so my hands are tied.

Posted by: Mary Anna Location: Flatwoods, KY on Sep 24, 2008 at 08:26 AM
Well, my questions are: "Why is he allowed to get out of jail? Why not put the man in treatment for his addiction? If he refuses treatment, why not sent him to prison? He certainly does not need to be in the news. He does need help with his life.

Posted by: char62 on Sep 24, 2008 at 07:47 AM
I agree with the other posters. What a joke this is and a slur on Lexington. Now he is a celebrity? Give me a break.

Posted by: Leah Location: Williamsburg,KY on Sep 24, 2008 at 07:44 AM
I cant get over that we pay taxes for these people

Posted by: S Location: Pikeville on Sep 24, 2008 at 07:39 AM
He is 58 - NOT 29!

Posted by: dennis Location: paintsville, ky. on Sep 24, 2008 at 07:28 AM
Make him a Deputy Jailer, He's there more than on the street anyway. give him a responsabilty, he's human just like you and me. maybe all he needs in life is a chance.

Posted by: Donna Location: Ky on Sep 24, 2008 at 07:01 AM
Well no suprise to me look at all the people that molest kids time after time and they should never be let out of jail to do this over and over!! I guess they kept letting him out of jail so he could go home and watch The Andy Griffit Show with Otis getting drunk all the time and being let sleep it off in jail. As long as stuff like this makes the news -- it will continue to happen-- I believe this nation has a lot more to be concerned about then Earl!!!!!

Posted by: Tina Location: Ky on Sep 24, 2008 at 04:36 AM
This is so sad..Instead of putting this man down we need to lift his name up to the Lord..This man is in need of Help. His addiction to Achoal is very serious.It is not funny maybe this man is really reaching out for help...I Pray he gets help..and we need to lift his mother up to the lord also. I dont even know this woman but i say she has probably spent many nights worrying about her son...May God Bless this family...

Posted by: Zatoichi Location: Richmond on Sep 24, 2008 at 04:21 AM
Obviously the criminal justice system is not working. This man thru no fault of his own is hounded by law enforcement. He coulda been a contender!

Posted by: Give It a Rest Location: Richmond on Sep 24, 2008 at 01:18 AM
He's a homeless man. Maybe he gets into trouble so he can have a roof over his head and 3 hot meals a day. His crimes at least were no worse than Alcohol Intoxication, and a couple of Trespassing charges. Any of you want to help him out by giving him a place to live and help getting a real job? If not stop worrying about your tax dollars. Not like they don't go to worse things already, like war.

Posted by: Me Location: Lexington on Sep 24, 2008 at 12:35 AM
Is this really news worthy? Why do some see this as being "funny"? This man is a blight on society and really does need to be locked up for 1,000 days (even if they really can't do that!) This is embarrassing to all of us. It's a shame it isn't embarrassing to him.

Posted by: Rob Location: Richmond on Sep 24, 2008 at 12:16 AM
Is this Lexingtons "BIG WORLD" we have one of these guys in Richmond who everyone seems to turn the other way. Until he gets ran over on the bypass for riding his lawn-mower up and down city roads.

Posted by: WHAT Location: IRVINR on Sep 23, 2008 at 11:54 PM
WHO CARES, DO YOU PEOPLE THINK THIS IS GOOD? YOU PEOPLE ARE BEING LAUGHED AT ALL OVER KY AND AROUND,SUCH STUPID PEOPLE HERE ANYMORE!!!!!!

Posted by: Darlene Location: KY on Sep 23, 2008 at 11:35 PM
Allen, he is not 29...he is in his 50's

Posted by: Lou Location: Eastern Ky on Sep 23, 2008 at 10:59 PM
What happened to 3 strikes law? If he is so determined to stay in jail then leave him there!!!!

Posted by: Chris Location: Lexington on Sep 23, 2008 at 10:54 PM
Wow this is what I work for everyday? Keep his worthless behind on jail..why release someone your just going to put back in 2 days?

Posted by: Emily Location: No longer Lex on Sep 23, 2008 at 10:48 PM
You people have got to lighten up! Its funny- With all the terrible things going on in this world, it's ridiculous that people are getting this bent out of shape! There are so many worse things in life!

Posted by: M Location: Lexington on Sep 23, 2008 at 09:34 PM
Isn't there some kind of three strike policy for this kind of behavior

Posted by: Mammy Location: London on Sep 23, 2008 at 09:25 PM
Now now, this is a human being, with feelings and emotions...he has every right to get out there and drink if he wants to, and be all googley-eyed, intoxicated in public. And be put in jail. A lot. And.. who are we to judge him, he needs a good warm place to sleep and 3 squares a day too, just like everybody else. He... just obtains those things a little differently than we do. Good grief, I hope people can recognize my sarcasm here, because I'm disgusted that this man has been arrested 1000 times and is a psuedo-celebrity for it. Surely this is a joke.. a late April Fools prank from WKYT, surely our judicial system hasn't really let this man go 999 other times. Surely not. Surely.

Posted by: Kevin Location: Richmond, KY on Sep 23, 2008 at 08:35 PM
Clearly Henry Earl is a fan of Mr. Show http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronnie_Dobbs

Posted by: Tom Location: Lexingtin on Sep 23, 2008 at 07:41 PM
It is time that Henry Earl pay the bill for his arrests including police, jailer, judge, attorneys and any expense what so ever is incurred.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Kentucky on Sep 23, 2008 at 07:40 PM
Goes to show you how much they like it behind bars. Heat in the winter. Cool in the summer. Food on the table. Throw some real punishment in there and they might think twice before wanting to go back. Bring back beatin' rock.

Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 23, 2008 at 07:28 PM
is this all the reporters have to report? Really, was it necessary to give this man this attention? RIDICULOUS

Posted by: grumpy on Sep 23, 2008 at 07:11 PM
I wonder if he is like otis campbell locks himself up and releases him self

Posted by: LeaveHimAlone Location: Lexington on Sep 23, 2008 at 06:09 PM
Wow, all these comments by people who don't have a CLUE about this man's situation and the court system he has been in and out of since he "came" to Lexington in the 70's. Here's what you might want to know about good ol' Henry...he has been sentenced to 6 months in jail to "dry out" several times, and within days of getting out, he's back again. He's a die-hard alcoholic and has been in treatment. The first part of getting the "help" you people keep talking about is to admit you have a problem and want help. He won't do either. He seems to like his existence, doesn't own a car and hasn't driven in decades (so NO, he won't get in a car and kill someone), and is HOMELESS. The real problem is people like you walk past him on the street and instead of being a COMMUNITY and trying to help him, you ignore him or cross the street as not to encounter him. YOU ISOLATE HIM, which only contributes more to his problems. If we would be compassionate, maybe we wouldn't have homeless problem

Posted by: p Location: fayette on Sep 23, 2008 at 05:59 PM
If the judges would do their job, these people would be a little different.

Posted by: Susan Location: Sadieville on Sep 23, 2008 at 05:54 PM
Just give Otis the key. It is a waste of tax payers money. this is what people work for. Just slap them on the wrist and let them go and come as they please. Hum! WHAT IS WRONG WITH THE SYSTEM?

Posted by: hailey Location: Richmond on Sep 23, 2008 at 05:46 PM
ok this is CRAZY he is causing lots of problems this sounds like. these cops thinks it is funny? wow! i want to say this. on the news it said he would get out of jail and then in the next two days he is arrested again. that is stupid. it is not wastin the jails money it is wasting ours. so please keep him locked up before he goes crazy. dont think of your selfs. think of our children out here.

Posted by: dhino Location: Berea on Sep 23, 2008 at 05:43 PM
Where can i meet this man. he is a hero of our time. yes this is news this is a state milestone and a country one as well. he has more national notearity than anyone beseides Clooney and Depp. I really would like to read the write ups how could he really get arrested on his release dates. This man is no near mortal to get redrunk and arrested again, he is a ture Kentuckian.

Posted by: Daniel Location: Lexington on Sep 23, 2008 at 05:41 PM
Henry Earl is a local celebrity!!! Look at how he is cheesing in his mug shot. I know public intoxication is not funny but who is this man hurting really?!?

Posted by: Sue Location: Lexington on Sep 23, 2008 at 05:39 PM
DISGUSTING that a person like this is encouraged to see how many times he can be arrested and have all of the attention paid to him and not something important or giving the attention to someone who has done something good. Way to go WKYT lets see how much more attention we can give this dead beat. Lexington may be mentioned nationally as a place to visit. Lets get back to Good News............

Posted by: Anonymous Location: berea on Sep 23, 2008 at 05:38 PM
no wonder people commit crimes it makes them famous!!!who cares about this scum bag he doesnt deserve fame!!

Posted by: Tax Payer on Sep 23, 2008 at 05:37 PM
Does ole Henry have a job? or is he on the draw. Has he been reported by Lexington police. How much tax money has been spent incarcerating this genetic trash?

Posted by: Sad to see the values gone Location: A small KY town on Sep 23, 2008 at 05:34 PM
Even Mayberry cared for their town drunk. It is a shame that those small town values are gone. Where would Otis have been without the compassion of the people of Mayberry? Where will Earl end up? Shame, Shame on the big town for turning their back.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Lancaster on Sep 23, 2008 at 05:27 PM
LOL maybe someone should realize this may be the reason he keeps getting arrested PUBLICITY !

Posted by: Is it all his fault Location: KY on Sep 23, 2008 at 05:24 PM
Maybe "the system" failed him as a child. Are any of you that are throwing stones going to help him out and try to reform him-or-are just going to continue to blow air?

Posted by: John Location: Mt. Sterling on Sep 23, 2008 at 05:05 PM
Has any official thought of getting this man detox?

Posted by: Lynn Location: Richmond, Ky on Sep 23, 2008 at 04:31 PM
This is just ridiculous. What a waste of tax payers money.

Posted by: Mom Location: KY on Sep 23, 2008 at 04:27 PM
Well, I guess our pathetic justice system in this state thinks this is funny. If this worthless piece of garbage is famous for this, what is this world coming to.

Posted by: Carol Location: Frankfort on Sep 23, 2008 at 04:19 PM
What a winner? Is this really news?

Posted by: ky on Sep 23, 2008 at 04:18 PM
tax payers money

Posted by: Teresa on Sep 23, 2008 at 04:14 PM
He's Kentucky's own "Otis" from Mayberry!

Posted by: Evelyn Location: Lexington on Sep 23, 2008 at 04:06 PM
And, we are supposed to give him a medal for this great accomplisment? No wonder, when I call the police to report a crime, it takes several hours for the police to respond to the call. Find a way to get him off the streets and out of Lexington, so our police can better assist the law abiding citizens. Sorry, Henry Earl, I'm not impressed.

Posted by: Rachel on Sep 23, 2008 at 04:02 PM
This is news? Who cares about how many times this man has been arrested? What needs to be done is put him in detox somewhere and put our tax dollars to a good cause, instead of us paying for his nights in jail continously.

Posted by: dorothy on Sep 23, 2008 at 03:38 PM
maybe the jailer can just give him a job and his cell and meals could be included...

Posted by: K on Sep 23, 2008 at 03:16 PM
Why waste the time to keep processing him? Just keep him locked up.

Posted by: mmm Location: richmond on Sep 23, 2008 at 03:16 PM
this just goes to show you what kind of legal system we have here in ky. repeat offenders are not getting punished like they should for their crimes. this guy should be in jail and stay there if he has nothing better to do than go out and break the law over and over and over again. one of these days he will be driving while intoxicated and he will kill someone. i guess that is what the police is waiting for him to do kill someone on the road then put him in jail for murder !!!! why do they have to wait until someone is killed before they do something with these kinds of people. they are nothing but a burden to society.

Posted by: mj Location: lex on Sep 23, 2008 at 03:08 PM
So, why isn't he charged as a repeat offender? No wonder Lexington is the brunt of late night jokes.

Posted by: SHERRY Location: BARBOURVILLE on Sep 23, 2008 at 03:08 PM
IT TELLS A LOT ABOUT OUR SYSTEM. LETS WAIT UNTIL HE HURTS OR KILLS SOMEONE MAYBE THEN WE WILL NOT SEE THE HUMOR IN IT!!!

Posted by: Someone Location: Kentucky on Sep 23, 2008 at 03:07 PM
And he keeps costing us taxpayers money every time. He should be locked up.

Posted by: Barney Fife Location: Lexington on Sep 23, 2008 at 03:03 PM
Seems to me, this man should be in a ward or clinic to get help. While we all have fond memories of Otis, the man is wasting taxpayer money. I'm not an accountant but it seems to me the costs of putting this man behind bars every few days comes close to equal the cost of incarceration. Perhaps the general population of lexington would be better off without him on the streets. I'm sure the arrests are petty but enough to take him in instead of a friendly citation. Does this not come under the repeat offender definition? Also, the media coverage and his "star" status should be ignored as I am sure he will be batting for 2000. I sure hope the local law enforcement wises up and acts to get this man help or at least a permanent home away from the law abiding persons in this city.

Posted by: wayne Location: mckee on Sep 23, 2008 at 03:01 PM
way to go....keep goin Earl, they're is no need to stop now....lol... i must say you like that place better than i do...lol..

Posted by: Freda Location: Lexington on Sep 23, 2008 at 02:33 PM
Why was he back on the street ofter so many arrest? No More Catch and Release

Posted by: Allan on Sep 23, 2008 at 02:25 PM
See what alcohol does to you...he's only 29 years old!

Posted by: Fred Location: Nicholasville on Sep 23, 2008 at 02:22 PM
Congrats we are so proud.

Posted by: David Location: Georgetown on Sep 23, 2008 at 02:20 PM
Taxpayer dollars at work.

Posted by: Lori Location: Lexington on Sep 23, 2008 at 01:49 PM
Can you say "REPEAT OFFENDER!" Why is this guy allowed to get out of jail in the first place? This is not a milestone that anyone should be proud of. The man needs some rehab in a serious way. Shame on you WKYT for making light of this man's problems and doing a story on him. He needs HELP!

Posted by: Chrissy Location: Downtown on Sep 23, 2008 at 01:48 PM
Typical drag on Society. Never even tried to change and never will. We have no use for people like this. Run him out of town since he refuses to be a productive citizen.

Posted by: Kathy on Sep 23, 2008 at 01:45 PM
Is this something he is proud of?? Why is he not getting longer sentences?? Why is he allowed around law abidding citizens?? This shows the justice system with a big black eye.

Posted by: Lisa Location: Lexington on Sep 23, 2008 at 01:33 PM
What a wonderful judicial system we have in Kentucky. Not only do we let murderers, child molesters, rapists, and repeat offenders go free...WE BRAG ABOUT IT. I understand this man did none of these horrible things but bragging about how many times he has been arrested makes Kentucky look just as foolish as other states think we are. We are only living up to the stereotype forced on us. This is a sad situation. Obviously this man needs help, not another slap on the wrist so he can do it again and make the front page. But let him out. I'm sure one of the 100's of other repeat offenders Kentucky has released this year can help him out with another crime. He should branch out more. It isn't like the state will prosecute him for anything. If they do he can always claim discrimination because of all the other murderers they have turned loose this year!!!

Posted by: Jack Location: Lex on Sep 23, 2008 at 01:28 PM
His parents must be so proud.

Posted by: A Location: L on Sep 23, 2008 at 01:23 PM
SOunds like hes used the court system to get 4 years of free room and board how abuot we we make the record stick and just put him away for all the costs to tax payers. After all if people are gettin themselves locked up on purpose its proof that we need less cops not more.

Posted by: taunya on Sep 23, 2008 at 01:12 PM
what a wonderful role model! his mother must be very proud!

Posted by: oh Location: richmond on Sep 23, 2008 at 01:08 PM
another dead beat we as taxpayers are supporting.

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