MULTIPLE people have been injured in a shooting at a church in Kentucky.
Cops said the gunman opened fire around 11:35 am on Sunday, shooting a state trooper who was injured.
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Cops were called to the scene around 11:30 am on Sunday (stock)[/caption]
The suspected gunman is dead, the Lexington Police Department confirmed though it is not yet known how they died.
“Kentucky State Police is aware of a trooper-involved shooting incident that occurred on July 13, 2025, at 11:36 a.m. in Fayette County,” cops wrote on X.
“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.”
EMS rushed to the scene where there were multiple victims.
The condition and exact number of victims is not yet not known.
“KSP will provide more information as it becomes available,” the police statement added.
Senator Rand Paul said that initial shooting began at Blue Grass Airport and then carried on to the baptist church.
An investigation is ongoing which is impacting Terminal Drive meaning people using the airport are being directed to use other parking.
However all flights are running as scheduled.
“Kelley and I are praying for all the victims, the injured trooper, and their families,” Paul wrote on X.
“We are grateful for the brave first responders. Violence like this has no place.”
He added that he was “saddened to hear about the tragic shootings”.
Meanwhile, Governor Andy Beshear asked for prayers for those who were injured.
“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,” the governor wrote.
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