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# Bardstown mourns loss of middle school teacher killed in murder-suicide
- URL: https://www.shayinformed.com/nelson-county-sheriff-says-its-been-a-difficult-day-confirms-murder-suicide/
- Published: 2026-11-10T19:04:36.000Z
- Updated: 2026-11-10T20:27:50.000Z
- Author: Shay McAlister
- Tags: Covering Kentucky

Nelson County Sheriff Ramon Pineiroa says the victim and suspect were parents of four children; Bardstown City Schools says counseling is available.

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**NELSON COUNTY, Ky.** \- A tragedy near Bardstown has left four young-adult children without their parents and a school community grieving.

Deputies and detectives with the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office were called to a home on Harley Drive, about five miles northeast of Bardstown, this morning for a reported shooting. When they arrived, they found two adults dead, a man and a woman. 

Sheriff Ramon Pineiroa confirmed the agency is working the case as a murder-suicide and said the husband allegedly shot and killed his wife.

“It’s been a tough day,” Pineiroa said. “You have kids who lost their parents to a tragedy. We knew them. The city knew them. It all hits close to home.”

The Nelson County Coroner identified the couple as Brian and Keyata Harmon.

According to court records, Keyata filed for divorce last month, after being separated for more than a year. 

## Bardstown City Schools mourns the loss of a teacher and coach

Bardstown City Schools also issued a statement today about the death, identifying the teacher as Ms. Keyata Harman, a teacher at Bardstown Middle School.

“This is an exceptionally sad time for our school and our community,” the district said. “Our focus right now is caring for our students and staff as we navigate this incredibly painful loss together.”

The district said counseling services are available to students, teachers, and school staff, and will be for as long as necessary. It said it does not know any details about Ms. Harman’s death and directed all questions about the investigation to the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office.

Bardstown Middle School Principal Matt Bartley said, “She made lasting impressions on countless students and colleagues in her time at Bardstown Middle. Her impact will be felt for years to come.”

Superintendent Dr. Ryan Clark said Ms. Harman “had a heart for kids and was always in their corner.”

“She was on the sidelines cheering on students at games, a great listener, and a mentor. Students often sought her out for advice and support,” Clark said. “Teaching was not Ms. Harman’s first profession but seeing how naturally she connected with kids proves it was her calling.”

*If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-799-7233.*