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Caneyville Today
By the People, for the People
Grayson Co. Sheriff's Office Searching for Violent Offender
William Austin Finn wanted on felony strangulation, assault, and unlawful imprisonment charges
Published on Feb. 18, 2026
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The Grayson County Sheriff's Office is searching for 30-year-old William Austin Finn, who is wanted on warrants for felony strangulation, unlawful imprisonment, assault, and intimidating a participant in the legal process. Finn has a history of violent offenses and is currently on probation until 2027.
Why it matters
Violent offenders with a history of repeat crimes pose a serious threat to public safety, and law enforcement efforts to apprehend them are crucial to protecting the community. This case highlights the challenges of monitoring probationers and the need for effective rehabilitation programs to address the root causes of criminal behavior.
The details
According to the Grayson County Sheriff's Office, Finn is wanted on warrants for first-degree strangulation, unlawful imprisonment, fourth-degree assault, and intimidating a participant in the legal process. He has a history of violent offenses, including a 2025 conviction in Meade County for violation of a Kentucky EPO/DVO, fourth-degree assault (domestic violence), and second-degree criminal mischief.
- Finn was convicted in Meade County in December 2025 for offenses that occurred in December 2023.
- Finn is currently on probation until December 2027.
The players
William Austin Finn
A 30-year-old man from Caneyville, Kentucky, who is wanted by the Grayson County Sheriff's Office on felony charges for strangulation, assault, and unlawful imprisonment. Finn has a history of violent offenses and is currently on probation until 2027.
Grayson County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency in Grayson County, Kentucky that is searching for William Austin Finn and asking the public for information on his whereabouts.
What’s next
The judge will decide on Tuesday whether to grant Finn bail while he awaits trial on the new charges.
The takeaway
This case highlights the ongoing challenge of monitoring repeat violent offenders on probation and the need for stronger measures to protect public safety, including effective rehabilitation programs and close collaboration between law enforcement and the judicial system.
