Tennessee Man Charged With Indecent Exposure In Hopkinsville

Lamarcus Johnson accused of exposing himself at multiple businesses in Kentucky and Tennessee

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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A 36-year-old man from Madison, Tennessee has been arrested and charged with second-degree indecent exposure and harassment after an investigation into several incidents where he allegedly exposed himself to multiple women at businesses in Hopkinsville and Oak Grove, Kentucky on February 10th. The suspect, Lamarcus Johnson, was reportedly out on pre-trial release for a similar 2025 criminal case in Clarksville, Tennessee.

Why it matters

Indecent exposure incidents can be traumatizing for victims and raise concerns about public safety, especially when the alleged perpetrator has a history of similar offenses. This case highlights the challenges of monitoring and preventing repeat offenders from committing additional crimes while out on bail.

The details

According to Hopkinsville Police, Lamarcus Johnson was arrested on Monday after being spotted acting suspiciously outside of a local business. Detectives say Johnson exposed himself to multiple women at several businesses in Hopkinsville and the nearby town of Oak Grove on February 10th. Johnson was already out on pre-trial release for a 2025 criminal case in Clarksville, Tennessee, where he was accused of exposing himself to a woman and a 1-year-old child inside a business.

  • On February 10, 2026, Johnson allegedly exposed himself to multiple women at businesses in Hopkinsville and Oak Grove, Kentucky.
  • On February 23, 2026, Johnson was arrested and charged with second-degree indecent exposure and harassment.

The players

Lamarcus Johnson

A 36-year-old man from Madison, Tennessee who has been charged with second-degree indecent exposure and harassment for allegedly exposing himself to multiple women at businesses in Kentucky and Tennessee.

Hopkinsville Police

The law enforcement agency that investigated the incidents and arrested Lamarcus Johnson.

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What they’re saying

“Detectives ask if you have any information regarding this case to call Detective Jonathan Knight at 270-890-1300.”

— Hopkinsville Police (wkdzradio.com)

What’s next

Lamarcus Johnson is expected to appear in court in the coming days, where a judge will determine if he should be released on bail again or held in custody while awaiting trial.

The takeaway

This case highlights the challenges communities face in balancing public safety with bail reform, as repeat offenders can sometimes be released on bail only to allegedly commit additional crimes. It underscores the need for close monitoring and stricter conditions for those out on pre-trial release, especially for individuals with a history of similar offenses.