US EditionGodley Couple, Ex‑police Officials Tied to Prostitution Scheme, Intel‑gathering Effort, District Attorney Says
Authorities say the probe uncovered a five-year prostitution conspiracy and an alleged effort to gather information on local officials, with more arrests expected.
- On Thursday, authorities arrested Michael Ketcherside on a continuous promotion of prostitution charge, launching a joint investigation involving former Godley Police Chief Matthew Cantrell and alleged five-year criminal operation.
- Prosecutors executed a search warrant at the Godley home of Michael and Ashley Ketcherside on March 31, uncovering electronic devices and storage media believed to contain evidence of the alleged conspiracy.
- According to the District Attorney's Office, the couple allegedly conspired with former officers to "compile information on local public officials and private citizens perceived as adversaries," targeting the Godley City Council and Godley ISD School Board.
- Ashley Ketcherside denied the allegations, stating "I'm hoping that our names are cleared," while District Attorney Timothy M. Good confirmed the investigation is active and "additional arrests are anticipated."
- Godley ISD clarified that Ashley Ketcherside was never employed by the district and stated it has no involvement in the ongoing investigation into the intelligence-gathering activities involving former police officials.
11 Articles
11 Articles
Herald-Banner
Former Godley police chief arrested in expanding prostitution investigation
Former Godley Police Chief Matthew Cantrell was arrested Tuesday on a charge of promotion of prostitution as a widening investigation continues to uncover criminal activity involving multiple individuals and former members of the Godley Police Department.
The best little police prostitution scandal in Texas
The Godley, Texas, police department is now at the center of a sprawling prostitution investigation involving former officers, a former police chief, and allegations that what was happening behind closed doors may have been far more organized than anyone wants to admit. — Read the rest The post The best little police prostitution scandal in Texas appeared first on Boing Boing.
Godley police officers arrested in prostitution bust | FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth
Three men, including former members of the Godley Police Department, were arrested and are facing multiple charges relating to promoting and soliciting prostitution. FOX 4's David Sentendrey spoke to one of the wife of one of the suspects who was previously convicted of prostitution.
Godley couple, ex‑police officials tied to prostitution scheme, intel‑gathering effort, district attorney says
The group allegedly gathered information on local public officials and private citizens they viewed as adversaries, including city council and school board members, the former mayor, and the former police chief.
Prosecutors say former officers were involved and the investigation is still growing
A North Texas prostitution investigation is widening with new allegations involving former law enforcement officers. Investigators say a couple ran a years-long operation, working with members of the Godley Police Department to target local officials. Michael Ketchershide, the husband in that couple, is now behind bars, and his wife, Ashley, is coming to his defense. “He’s a great husband. He’s an amazing father and I hope to bring him back soon…
Texas couple involved in prostitution conspiracy allegation, collaborating with police to 'compile information' on mayor, other public officials
The Texas couple allegedly collaborated with the then-sworn police chief to "compile information" on numerous local public officials seen as adversaries.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 64% of the sources lean Left
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
