HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – As the investigation into the fatal shooting of Officer Phillip Meacham reaches its conclusion, preliminary information not previously released is now coming to light.
According to Kentucky State Police (KSP), it has been found that on March 29, 2018 Officer Phillip Meacham, off-duty in his personal vehicle, saw another vehicle with flashing blue lights approach behind him in the area of Faulkner Drive.
The vehicle with unlawful emergency lights was driven by James K. Decoursey, who turned onto another street.
Officer Meacham was able to get back behind Decoursey and contacted an on-duty supervisor at approximately 4:59 p.m. He requested a uniformed officer to assist in investigating the vehicle with flashing lights.
After Decoursey pulled onto Paulette Court, a dead end street, Officer Meacham remained nearby to ensure Decoursey did not leave.
At approximately 5:11 p.m. a uniformed officer met Officer Meacham before they approached Decoursey, who appeared to be working on his vehicle in a driveway.
Decoursey shot Officer Meacham after contact was made and then fled the scene.
Officer Meacham was transported to Jennie Stuart Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kentucky State Police Post 2 at 270-676-3313 or anonymously at 1-800-222-5555. Citizens may also report tips anonymously through the KSP app.
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