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Gunman Attacks Kentucky Church, Killing 2 and Injuring 4 Following Trooper Shooting

LEXINGTON, KY – A traffic stop on July 13, 2025, led to a series of violent events, starting with the shooting of a Kentucky State Trooper on Terminal Drive. The trooper was conducting a routine stop when the suspect opened fire, leaving the officer wounded but stable. The suspect fled the scene, initiating a carjacking on Bellwood Drive, though no injuries occurred during the theft. Authorities tracked the suspect to Richmond Road Baptist Church, where …

“Tragedy Strikes Lexington: Community Mourns After Church Shooting Claims Two Lives”

Lexington, Ky. — A tranquil Sunday afternoon was shattered when a shooting at a local Baptist church claimed the lives of two women and left several others injured. The incident at Richmond Road Baptist Church, located on Old Richmond Road, resulted in the deaths of 72-year-old Beverly Gumm and her 32-year-old daughter, Christina Combs, while two men were hospitalized, one in critical condition. Reacting to the tragic events, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear expressed profound sorrow, …

Violence Erupts in Lexington: Trooper Wounded and Multiple Injuries Reported at Church Shooting

LEXINGTON, Ky. — A violent confrontation in Lexington on Sunday left a state trooper wounded and several others injured after a suspect launched a shooting spree at a local church. The incident culminated with the suspect being fatally shot by police, bringing a chaotic situation to a sudden end. Authorities reported that the trooper was shot shortly after 11:30 a.m. in Fayette County, which encompasses Lexington. Following the attack, the suspect fled to the Richmond …

Federal Investigators Connect Unsolved Lexington Murder to West End Gang Tensions

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Federal authorities have connected an unsolved murder in this city to gang activity in the West End of Louisville, highlighting concerns about rising violence linked to organized crime. The ongoing investigation into the 2020 shooting death of a Lexington resident has taken a significant turn as officials reveal new information about potential motives and connections. The victim, 27-year-old Sean O’Brien, was found shot in his car on a quiet street. With no …

Preliminary Findings Unveiled: NTSB Investigates Fatal Gas Explosion in Lexington

Lexington, Ky. — A tragic gas explosion that resulted in a fatality and several injuries has prompted the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) to release a preliminary report outlining the incident’s circumstances. The blast occurred earlier this month, devastating a local neighborhood and raising concerns about gas safety protocols in the area. According to the NTSB report, the explosion originated from a residential structure and swiftly spread to nearby homes, causing extensive damage and prompting …

Tragic Gas Line Explosion Claims Young Life, NTSB Unveils Preliminary Findings and Ongoing Investigations in Lexington

LEXINGTON, Mo. — A tragic gas line explosion in Lexington claimed the life of a 5-year-old boy and left his family members injured, prompting a comprehensive investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board. The incident, which occurred on April 9, also affected the boy’s 10-year-old sister and their custodial father. The NTSB released a preliminary report outlining the sequence of events leading up to the explosion. According to the findings, the timeline began at approximately …

Lexington Man Found Guilty of Murder in Wife’s Tragic Death in Amherst

LEXINGTON, Va. — A jury has found a local man guilty of the murder of his wife, a case that has drawn significant attention from the community. The conviction follows a trial marked by emotional testimonies and intricate evidence, revealing the tragic circumstances of the crime. Throughout the trial, prosecutors presented compelling evidence that painted a detailed picture of the events leading to the wife’s death in Amherst. Jurors were shown photographs and heard heart-wrenching …

Tragic School Bus Accident in Lexington County Claims One Life, Injures Others

Lexington, SC — A tragic accident occurred early Friday when a school bus, carrying multiple passengers, veered off the road in Lexington County, resulting in the death of one individual and injuries to several others. Local authorities reported that the incident took place on a busy highway, where emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene to assist the injured. The school bus was transporting students from Lexington County School District 2, which has prompted an …

Tragic Afternoon on I-77: Fatal Crash Involves Lexington School District Bus, Students Hospitalized

Chester County, S.C. — A tragic bus accident involving students from Pine Ridge Middle School resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries on Thursday. The incident occurred as three buses were returning from a field trip on Interstate 77 in Chester County. The South Carolina Highway Patrol reported that the accident happened when one of the buses suffered a tire blowout, leading to a loss of control. Subsequently, the bus veered off the road, collided …

Digging for Answers: Investigative Agencies Unearth Causes Behind Deadly Lexington Home Explosion

LEXINGTON, Mo. — Authorities in Lexington, Missouri, are intensively investigating the remnants of a devastating home explosion that occurred Wednesday night on 18th Street, shaking this small community. The catastrophe claimed homes and has prompted a thorough investigation by several agencies, including the National Transportation Safety Board, Missouri Public Utilities Commission, and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. During Wednesday afternoon, local resident Alicia Billings reported a gas smell while on her deck, close to …