During a traffic stop, a constable heard gunshots coming from Asher's camper. He called state police, who investigated. Given his phone number, troopers tried and failed to contact Asher. Around 9:30 p.m., Asher exited his camper, pointing a gun in the direction of a trooper, who fatally shot him.
Victim's Name: Michael Asher
Agency Responsible: Kentucky State Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 53
Race: White
Date of Death: May 3, 2015
County: Perry
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Unreported
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: Unknown
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Threat Level: attack
Fleeing: Not fleeing
Body Camera: No
Washington Post Database ID: 447
Geography: Rural