"For one week we turned into bounty hunters," Fred McCoy told the Associated Press on Thursday. "The more we was watching the news and saw lockdowns and school closings, the more we were compelled to search for him." This illustrates how the community's fears and news coverage inspired the couple to take matters into their own hands, exemplifying citizen heroism in the face of local threats.
"State police said on Wednesday night that the McCoys would receive a $25,000 reward for the find." This acknowledgment from law enforcement emphasizes not just the couple's bravery but also the significance of their discovery in aiding the investigation and bringing closure to a distressed community.
"The discovery of the remains calmed fears in the eastern Kentucky community of London, just a few miles from where the shooter perched above the highway and opened fire with an AR-15." This statement reflects the palpable tension in the community and how the couple's find was pivotal in restoring a sense of security among residents.
"Once the identification is fully confirmed, it will bring to a close a pretty scary time in that community and the surrounding communities," said Governor Andy Beshear, underscoring the impact of the McCoys' find in not only identifying the shooter but also alleviating ongoing community fears.
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