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Downtown Louisville Police-Involved Shooting Prompts Heavy Response

Officials report no ongoing threat to the public during the active investigation.

Overview

  • Louisville Metro Police reported a shooting involving officers near 1st and Broadway in the downtown core.
  • The department deployed a large number of units and set a perimeter around the scene.
  • Police said there is no ongoing threat to the public and asked people to stay away during the investigation.
  • A WLKY NewsChopper crew saw a car behind the nearby Taco Bell with numerous bullet holes, including at least 11 in the windshield.
  • Police have not said whether anyone was hurt or arrested, and they have not described what led to the gunfire as reporters await updates on site.