# Kentucky Cockfighting Ring Under Fire | Cincinnati News

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Published: 2026-09-18T08:35:47+00:00
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Five Kentucky men are facing serious federal charges over an alleged underground cockfighting ring, accused of breeding and training roosters for illegal fights on farms near Bowling Green. Three are charged with possessing fighting birds, while two face conspiracy charges for allegedly orchestrating the operation. Christopher Copas also faces a separate firearms charge for a weapon with a scratched serial number. The FBI and USDA Inspector General’s office are investigating. All five are set to appear in court in Bowling Green on September 23rd. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.wlwt.com/article/kentucky-bowling-green-cockfighting-charges-federal/73781281 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0aecd69aac29b49d Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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