The Lexington Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred overnight on West Main Street.
On September 24, 2023, at around 1:24 a.m., officers in the 100 block of West Main Street heard gunshots and responded. When they arrived, they found a male victim outside, suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The suspect fled before officers arrived.
The Fayette County Coroner's Office will release the name of the decedent.
Detectives from the Personal Crimes Section are continuing to investigate. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Lexington Police at (859) 258-3600. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Bluegrass Crime Stoppers by calling (859) 253-2020, online at www.bluegrasscrimestoppers.com, or through the P3 tips app available at www.p3tips.com.
