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String of Robberies Targets Amish, Mennonites

By Angela Hatton

Pembroke, KY – Kentucky State Police are investigating a robbery spree in the Amish and Mennonite communities in western Kentucky. Trooper Stu Recke says investigators are looking into ten reports over the past few days in Todd and Christian counties. The suspects are described as having dark complexions and wearing bandanas or ski masks. Witnesses say they are armed with guns. The thieves have taken money and one firearm. No one has been injured.