Discussions continue toward a possible resolution for the suspect accused of sexually abusing a juvenile female on a church bus on Easter Sunday of 2019.
Attorney Sands Chewning represents Tyler Frances and says Commonwealth’s Attorney Rick Boling has reviewed an affidavit from another individual who was on the bus and negotiations continue.
Judge John Atkins set a pre-trial conference for February 24 and said a trial date will be scheduled if the case isn’t resolved.
Investigation by Hopkinsville police led to the first-degree sexual abuse charge after the alleged victim said Frances ripped off her underwear and inappropriately touched her while both were riding the church bus. Frances has pled not guilty in the case.