Daviess County man charged with sex crimes against animals

Police say the man was found covered in a dead deer's blood and fur.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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A Daviess County, Kentucky man has been arrested and charged with sexual crimes against animals after a witness called 911 to report seeing him engaged in sexual acts with a dead deer on the side of the road in Muhlenberg County. The man, identified as Allen Osborne, was found by police covered in the deer's blood and fur.

Why it matters

This disturbing incident highlights the need for stronger laws and enforcement around animal cruelty and sexual abuse of animals, which can be indicators of deeper psychological issues and a risk to public safety.

The details

According to police, a driver passing through Muhlenberg County called 911 after witnessing a man appearing to have sexual intercourse with a dead deer on the side of the road. Officers were dispatched and found the man, later identified as Allen Osborne, covered in the deer's blood and fur. Osborne was arrested and taken to the Muhlenberg County Detention Center, where he was charged with sexual crimes against animals.

  • The incident occurred on February 23, 2026.

The players

Allen Osborne

A Daviess County, Kentucky man who was arrested and charged with sexual crimes against animals.

Central City Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the 911 call and arrested Allen Osborne.

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What’s next

Osborne is being held at the Muhlenberg County Detention Center, and the case is under further investigation by the Central City Police Department.

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of vigilant reporting and swift action by law enforcement to address disturbing acts of animal abuse, which can have serious implications for public safety and the well-being of both animals and the broader community.