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Suspect in murder of woman in Meade County found dead from self-inflicted gunshot wound

Kentucky State Police
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UPDATE: Nov. 4 at 11 a.m.

Kentucky State Police detailed that the suspect in the murder of a woman in Meade County was found dead due to a reported self-inflicted gunshot wound on Monday night.

Scott Hornback, KSP reported, was found in a vehicle at a family member's home on Burgundy Lane. He was pronounced dead at the scene by the Meade County Coroner.

The investigation is ongoing, KSP noted.

Original Story:

A murder investigation is underway in Meade County after a woman was found dead in a home on Simpson Lane on Monday.

According to Kentucky State Police, authorities responded to the home just before 1 pm. The victim, later identified as 55-year-old Mary Crase, sustained one gunshot wound.

The suspect, 45-year-old Scott Hornback, fled the scene. Police report that Hornback is a white male, approximately 135 pounds and 5'8" tall, with brown eyes and hair.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact KSP Post 4 at (270) 766-5078 or 911. If the public encounters Hornback, they are urged not to approach as he is considered armed and dangerous.