State police are investigating death threats made against members of the Kentucky Parole Board.

The threats follow the release of Ronald, as he served less than half of a 20 year sentence for the fatal stabbing of a six year old boy in Rosales in 2015.

News of his release sparked outrage online.

In a statement, the Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet said the parole board did not release notice and voted unanimously for him to remain in prison.

Despite that, the cabinet said state law required he be released on mandatory reentry supervision.

The cabinet added, quote at a time when political violence is on the rise, it's more important than ever that information shared is accurate and threats like these are taken seriously.

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Already, one state lawmaker is working to change the law.

Republican state Representative TJ Roberts says he intends to file legislation that would abolish Kentucky's mandatory reentry supervision program.

Calling it a soft on crime program, Representative Roberts says his bill, quote, will ensure that parole is not granted.

Automatic only to individuals who commit this type of crime and quote.