Calloway County Sheriff’s Office
Nicky Knight, Sheriff
News Release
For Immediate Consideration
Date: 04/15/2022
On Monday, April 11, 2022, Calloway County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Highway 1124 in northwestern Calloway County for a report of a cow being shot. Upon their arrival, Deputies spoke with the caller, who reported a cow had been found dead.
On Wednesday, April 13, 2022, due to information developed during the investigation, warrants of arrest were issued for two Murray men. Later that night, both men were located and taken into custody.
Austin Hester, age 23, and Beau Hester, age 21, both of Murray were arrested and charged with 1st Degree Criminal Mischief and 2nd Degree Cruelty to Animals. Both were lodged in the Calloway County Jail.
Anyone who witnesses any unusual or possible criminal activity is encouraged to call the Sheriff’s Office at 270-753-3151 or utilize the email address ccso.office@callkyso.com.
