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Damon Leonard Charged in 13-Year-Old's Death

1/1/2026

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Leonard Charged in Death

Damon Leonard faces new charges of interference with law enforcement and criminal desecration alongside abandonment of a corpse in the death of Airen Andula, a 13-year-old.
Airen Andula's body was found in a ravine after he was reportedly attacked by dogs owned by Damon Leonard.
Leonard is held on a $100,000 bond.
A court hearing is scheduled for January 15, 2026.

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Watts Indicted for Abuse

A Boyle County Grand Jury indicted Matthew Watts on multiple child abuse charges involving a two-week-old infant on December 19.
Watts' bond was set at $100,000.
He was arrested at his workplace in Harrodsburg after the indictment.
The Boyle County Sheriff's Office continues to collaborate with local agencies during the investigation.
The investigation could yield additional charges or suspects while Watts is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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Leonard Charged in Death

Damon Leonard faces new charges of interference with law enforcement and criminal desecration alongside abandonment of a corpse in the death of Airen Andula, a 13-year-old.
Airen Andula's body was found in a ravine after he was reportedly attacked by dogs owned by Damon Leonard.
Leonard is held on a $100,000 bond.
A court hearing is scheduled for January 15, 2026.

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