A quiet Sunday evening in Lexington turned deadly after a man was fatally shot on Bryan Station Road.
The incident unfolded just before midnight, at around 11:55 p.m., in the 1700 block of the road. Responding officers found a man suffering from a gunshot wound.
He was rushed to the hospital but later succumbed to his injuries. The Fayette County Coroner’s Office will confirm his identity in due course.
Police moved quickly. Within a short time, they arrested 30-year-old Keaira Pennie. She now faces a murder charge and is being held at the Fayette County Detention Center.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact Lexington Police at (859) 258-3600 or provide an anonymous tip to Bluegrass Crime Stoppers at (859) 253-2020, online at www.bluegrasscrimestoppers.com, or through the P3 Tips app at www.p3tips.com.”
The shooting has left residents shocked. What began as an ordinary summer night ended with flashing blue lights and a life lost.
Police have yet to release further details about what led to the violence, but the investigation remains active.
Neighbours in the area described hearing a sudden commotion before sirens filled the street. Authorities are urging anyone with knowledge of the incident to come forward, stressing that even small details could help piece together what happened.
Lexington, known for its calm suburban pockets, is no stranger to crime, but this latest case has stirred concerns about escalating tensions.
