The widow of an ambushed Bardstown police officer is making her first public comments since her husband was gunned down Saturday.
Kentucky State Police say 33-year-old officer Jason Ellis was shot multiple times after he got out of his cruiser to pick up debris on the Bluegrass Parkway in Nelson County.
Amy Ellis Tuesday morning thanked the community for an outpouring of support.
"The only reason I can get up here right now is because of prayers, and God has picked me up off the bathroom floor," said Ellis. "I didn't want to live another second without him, but I know I have to be strong for our kids."
More than 300 people attended a candlelight vigil Monday night outside the police station. A stream of mourners turned a police car into a makeshift memorial, covering it with flowers, flags, and balloons.
Meanwhile, investigators say they have received a few leads on possible suspects, but nothing substantial.