Three individuals tragically lost their lives in a shooting incident outside a DMV in Louisville, Kentucky on Friday afternoon. The suspect(s) responsible for the heinous act fled the scene in a vehicle and are currently at large.
According to authorities, the shooting was a deliberate and targeted attack. Upon arrival at the Driver Licensing Regional Office on Dixie Highway just north of Interstate 265, law enforcement discovered one male victim deceased in the parking lot. Two female victims were also found with gunshot wounds and were rushed to a nearby hospital, where they were later pronounced dead.
Reports from Fox News shed light on the devastating events that unfolded at the Louisville motor vehicle office. The incident occurred at the driver’s license branch in the 6200 block of Willismore around noon. Louisville Metro Police Department (MPD) confirmed that one man was fatally shot in the parking lot, while two women succumbed to their injuries after being transported to the hospital.
Louisville Metro Police Department Maj. Donald Boeckman assured the public that there is no ongoing threat following the shooting. The community is left in shock and mourning as they grapple with the senseless violence that claimed the lives of three innocent individuals.
As investigations continue and authorities work tirelessly to apprehend the perpetrator(s) responsible for this tragic act, the residents of Louisville are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and loved ones of the victims during this difficult time.
For more updates on this developing story, stay tuned to KHOU 11 and local news outlets for the latest information. Let us come together as a community to support one another and stand united against senseless acts of violence.