Intoxicated Leitchfield Man Arrested After Knife Threat

Joshua J. Colon charged with criminal mischief and menacing after alleged incident with family

Apr. 15, 2026 at 2:00am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a knife blade against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the dangerous weapon used in a reported domestic violence incident.A stark, gritty close-up of the weapon used in a reported domestic violence incident exposes the dangerous realities of household threats.Leitchfield Today

A 36-year-old Leitchfield, Kentucky man was arrested early Monday morning after allegedly threatening his family with a knife while intoxicated. Police responded to the residence and found Joshua J. Colon at the top of the stairs holding a knife, and observed several holes in the wall from where he had stabbed and kicked the drywall.

Why it matters

Incidents of domestic violence and threats with weapons are serious concerns for law enforcement and local communities. This case highlights the need for resources to address substance abuse and mental health issues that can contribute to such volatile situations.

The details

According to the arrest citation, police were called to the home on South English Street around 12:15 a.m. after reports of an intoxicated male with a knife threatening his family inside the house. When officers arrived, they witnessed Colon at the top of the stairs holding a knife. After taking him into custody, they observed several holes in the bedroom walls from where Colon had allegedly stabbed and kicked the drywall. A person at the home said they felt 'threatened and scared' after witnessing Colon 'swinging the knife around'.

  • The incident occurred around 12:15 a.m. on Monday, April 15, 2026.
  • Colon was previously arrested in Grayson County in April 2023 for other charges.

The players

Joshua J. Colon

A 36-year-old Leitchfield, Kentucky resident who was arrested and charged with first-degree criminal mischief and menacing after allegedly threatening his family with a knife while intoxicated.

Leitchfield Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and arrested Colon.

Grayson County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that assisted the Leitchfield Police Department in responding to the incident.

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What they’re saying

“felt 'threatened and scared' after witnessing Colon 'swinging the knife around'”

— Unidentified person at the home

What’s next

Colon is being held in the Grayson County Detention Center on the charges of first-degree criminal mischief and menacing. It is unclear if he will face additional charges or if the court will consider his previous arrest record in determining bail or sentencing.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for better access to mental health and substance abuse resources in the community to prevent volatile domestic situations from escalating. Law enforcement and the judicial system will play a key role in addressing the root causes behind this type of criminal behavior.