Children report danger during custody dispute in Kentucky, Floyd County KY


Two children messaged their father saying they were in danger and wanted to leave their home near King Village Drive in Kentucky. Ongoing custody issues are involved. A deputy neighbor is checking on the children's safety until further assistance arrives.
Audio|Source: East Kentucky Amateur Radio SkyWarn
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Transcript:
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Let's see if I've got a welfare check[1]. near King Village Drive.
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One-21 King Village Drive, right.
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Tickmore received a call from (name withheld) stated his son, (name withheld)'s 13 years old, and a run.
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It was 16 years old. They've messaged him and said they were in danger.
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They needed help and they were going to try to run out the door.
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Mother is going to be (name withheld).
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Father's currently 97. Go ahead.
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They've been having some custody issues.
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Also, there's a deputy that lives next door. He's made contact with him.
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He's going to check on the children to make sure they are found until a trooper contractor.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
welfare check: Request to check on a person's well-being
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Location mentioned:
Village Dr, Kentucky 41653
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