Interstate 75 has been closed near London, KY, following reports of an active shooter, with law enforcement confirming multiple victims. Police have secured the area and are investigating.
UPDATE @ 08:49PM EST: According to police scanner chatter, the suspect purchased an AR-15 and 2,000 rounds of ammunition earlier in the day.
UPDATE @ 08:46PM EST: Police have released information and a photo of a suspect, considered armed and dangerous.
LAUREL COUNTY, KY (1-minute read) — Authorities in Laurel County, Kentucky, have shut down Interstate 75 following reports of an active shooter. The incident occurred approximately nine miles north of London, KY, leading to the closure of I-75 at Exit 49 U.S. 25 in both directions. The closure was first announced by the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office in a Facebook post at around 6:40 p.m. on Saturday evening.
According to law enforcement, multiple people have been shot in the vicinity of I-75, prompting an immediate and extensive emergency response. While the exact number of victims has not been confirmed, authorities have stressed that the situation is ongoing, and the area remains under lockdown as they continue to secure the scene and investigate.
Sheriff’s office says “numerous” people have been shot on I-75 near London, Kentucky. Still an active shooter situation
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The sheriff’s office, along with other first responders, arrived at the scene swiftly to assess the extent of the incident and ensure the safety of individuals in the area. Motorists are being redirected, and the public has been advised to avoid the region to allow law enforcement to manage the situation. Updates from local authorities are expected as more details emerge regarding the scope of the shooting and the suspect’s status.
This is a developing story.
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