Active Shooter Incident Near Interstate-75 in London, Kentucky

An active shooter situation occurred near Interstate-75 in London, Kentucky, with numerous people shot. The incident, which began around 6 p.m., involved shots fired at vehicles from a wooded area. Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area while the suspect remains at large.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 08-09-2024 04:59 IST | Created: 08-09-2024 04:59 IST
Active Shooter Incident Near Interstate-75 in London, Kentucky
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An active shooter situation unfolded near Interstate-75 in London, Kentucky on Saturday evening, where numerous people were shot.

The alarming incident began just before 6 p.m. (1000 GMT) roughly nine miles from London, when police responded to reports of multiple vehicles being targeted by gunfire on Interstate 75 in Laurel County. Shots were said to have originated from a wooded area.

London Mayor Randall Weddle took to Facebook to urge the public to avoid I-75 around Exit 49 and to use alternate routes. Police have yet to apprehend the suspect. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear confirmed the incident on X (formerly Twitter), advising residents to stay away while more details are being gathered.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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