Man Confirmed Dead After Shooting on Centre Parkway in Lexington
The Lexington Police Department confirmed that a man died following a shooting on Centre Parkway in Lexington on Friday afternoon. The incident, initially reported as a shooting with critical injuries, has been officially classified as a homicide.
Officers arrived at the scene around 3 p.m. in the 1100 block of Centre Parkway, where they found the victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The man was transported to a local hospital but later succumbed to his injuries, as pronounced by the Fayette County Coroner.
Although the shooting did not occur on school grounds, nearby schools were notified as a precaution. Police advised motorists to drive carefully due to ongoing investigations and road impacts in the area.
Police Request Public Assistance
The Lexington Police Department urges anyone with information about the shooting to contact them at (859) 258-3600. Anonymous tips can also be provided to Bluegrass Crime Stoppers by calling (859) 253-2020 or submitting tips online.
Community Reaction
"Every life lost or forever changed by violence leaves a hole in the heart of our city," said Amy Beasley, Eighth District councilmember, in response to the shooting.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
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