A routine morning turned tense and tragic in Floyd County as a Virginia man was fatally shot during a police confrontation. The incident, which unfolded near Harold on Monday, is now under investigation by Kentucky State Police (KSP).
According to KSP officials, the drama began shortly before 8 a.m. when Post 9 in Pikeville received a call reporting a suspicious man near KY-680 East. Witnesses said the man was trying to enter multiple vehicles and was persistently asking strangers for a ride at a local business.
When a trooper arrived at the scene, the man later identified as 33-year-old Henry Foster of Raven, Virginia reportedly brandished a firearm and made threats to harm himself.
“He pulled out a firearm and threatened to harm himself.” Reinforcements, including additional troopers and other local law enforcement, quickly descended on the scene. A negotiation effort was launched in hopes of peacefully resolving the situation.
For nearly two hours, officers tried to de-escalate the tense stand-off.
Tragic Turn of Events
Around 10 a.m., the confrontation took a fatal turn. A trooper discharged his weapon, striking Foster. Despite rapid medical attention and life-saving efforts at the scene, Foster succumbed to his injuries.
“Despite life-saving efforts at the scene, Foster died from his injuries.” No other individuals were harmed during the incident.
What began as a report of a suspicious man on a quiet Kentucky road ended in tragedy. A Virginia man, visibly distressed and armed, was shot by state police after a tense two-hour standoff. The local community is left grappling with unanswered questions as the investigation unfolds.
Ongoing Investigation
The case is now in the hands of the KSP Critical Incident Response Team, which will examine the circumstances leading up to the shooting, including the use of force.
As the investigation continues, officials have not released the name of the trooper involved. More details are expected as KSP progresses with the inquiry. Stay with UK News Blog for updates on this developing story.
