Paducah Man Wanted on Assault Warrant

Paducah Police are asking for the public's help finding a man wanted on an assault charge.

Police were called to a convenience store last Tuesday afternoon (April 21) and spoke to a Hopkinsville man who was bleeding from wounds to his head. He was taken to Mercy Health Lourdes for treatment of his injuries. 

The victim told officers he was assaulted by 54-year-old Erich L. Sternberg, but didn't know why. However, a short time later, police say Sternberg called 911 and told a dispatcher he assaulted the man because his wallet had been stolen. Police say an officer called Sternberg and was told that the victim had stolen money from him. 

A warrant has been issued for Sternberg's arrest, charging him with 2nd degree assault. 

Anyone with information on Sternberg's whereabouts is asked to call Paducah Police at 270-444-8550. Information also may be provided anonymously through West Kentucky Crime Stoppers by texting WKY and your tip to 847411 (tip 411) or by downloading the app “WKY Crime Stoppers” from the Apple Store or Google Play. Tipsters also may access the online tip form through the City of Paducah website at http://paducahky.gov/west-ky-crime-stoppers.

Information leading to an arrest or indictment may result in a reward of up to $1,000.