Nick Houck, the brother of Brooks Houck who was convicted of killing Bardstown mother Crystal Rogers, is facing a perjury charge. His pre-trial conference, initially scheduled for Thursday, July 16, has been delayed until August 6.
Background
Nick Houck, a former officer, is accused of making false statements between 2015 and 2023, according to state police. The perjury charge is related to the investigation into Crystal Rogers’ disappearance.
During his last court appearance on July 2, Nick Houck’s trial was set for November. His attorney, Michael Ferguson, has signaled that they will request a change in venue.
Crystal Rogers’ mother, Sherry Ballard, has been attending the court hearings and has expressed her frustration with the delay. The case has been ongoing for 11 years, and Ballard has vowed to continue showing up to court to seek justice for her daughter.
Original reporting: WLKY Louisville — read the source article.
