LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Murder charges against two men who allegedly shot and killed Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputy Brandon Shirley in August 2021 were dismissed Thursday.
First Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Elizabeth Jones Brown filed a motion to dismiss charges against Jesse Johnson and Marquis Mitchell, saying in part that “issues have arisen that deserve further consideration and, in some instances, further investigation.”
In an interview, Jones Brown said the Louisville Metro Police Department and Shirley’s family have been involved in discussions and that the men can be re-indicted at a later date…