Police Seek Man Who Might Know About Shooting

Paducah police are seeking the public’s help in locating a man who may have information about a 9-month-old shooting investigation.

On Feb. 15, officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 1100 block of Hill Street. Jamell Diaz told police that someone in a black SUV fired several shots at him as he ran into his house.

A police detective has recently learned that a man named Austin Hayes may have information about the shooting.

Anyone with information about Hayes’ whereabouts or the shooting is asked to call the Paducah Police Department at 270-444-8550 or Crime Stoppers at 443-TELL. 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.