Lone gunman ‘shot dead’ after injuring many in rampage by Kentucky church
One person was killed and multiple injured after lone gunman went on rampage (Pictures WLEX)
Many people were injured in a shooting rampage by a lone gunman which ended in a hail of bullets at a Kentucky church.
Police confirmed they responded to a trooper-involved shooting on July 13 at 11.30am in Fayette County.
One of the shootings took place at Richmond Road Baptist Church, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear confirmed.
Governor Beshear said: ‘Kentucky, we are aware of a series of incidents in Lexington around one suspect, including a trooper-involved shooting and an additional shooting at Richmond Road Baptist Church with multiple injuries.
‘The trooper and others are being treated at a nearby hospital.’
He added: ‘Please pray for everyone affected by these senseless acts of violence, and let’s give thanks for the swift response by the Lexington Police Department and Kentucky State Police.
‘Details are still emerging, and we will share more information as available.’
A Kentucky State Police spokesperson said: ‘The suspect shot a trooper and then fled the scene, ending up at the Richmond Road Baptist Church, at which time KSP and Lexington Police Dept were able to secure the suspect.
‘At this time, we can confirm that the trooper is receiving medical attention. There are multiple victims at the church, and EMS is on scene.
‘The suspect is deceased. We will provide more information as it becomes available.’
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