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Kentucky Castle Terminates CEO Following Voyeurism Lawsuit
The company said it will conduct a full and independent investigation after the allegations, while Kyle Henderson will serve as interim CEO.
- On Saturday, Chief Executive Officer Wes Henderson was terminated by TKC Distilling, effective immediately, following allegations outlined in a sealed lawsuit involving The Kentucky Castle and True Story Whiskey.
- The lawsuit, obtained by The Courier Journal, accuses Henderson of secretly filming 40 people using 15 hidden cameras, with allegations that guests and family were recorded in "various stages of undress" at The Kentucky Castle.
- Oldham County Advanced Coroner David Pendleton stated that Deputy Henderson stepped away from his coroner role to take unpaid leave of absence, noting the decision occurred "before I could issue a notice of suspension."
- Kyle Henderson will assume the role of CEO while the board conducts a "full and independent investigation into the allegations," TKC Distilling announced in its statement.
- Angel's Envy has removed Henderson from its "Our Story" webpage where he was previously listed as co-founder, while Henderson faces unrelated lawsuits over business debts totaling over $1.5 million; no criminal charges have been filed.
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Bourbon Hall of Famer Ousted Over Hidden Camera Allegations
Wes Henderson lost his job running TKC Distilling after relatives sued, claiming he hid dozens of cameras that recorded them in private moments, allegations he flatly denies. The New York Post reported that the longtime Kentucky spirits executive was removed as CEO of TKC Distilling after family members filed a civil lawsuit accusing him of […]
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BizTocKentucky bourbon maker accused by family members of secretly filming them having sex: lawsuit
A Kentucky bourbon maker, who founded the label Angel’s Envy, has been accused by family members of secretly filming them having sex -- and was removed today as CEO of a major hospitality and whiskey group.
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