LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – Charles Young Park was the scene of a mass shooting today, where at least one person was killed and four more were injured.
Lexington Police say it happened just before 7 p.m. Saturday. in the 200 block of Midland Ave.
The injured include one four-year-old, a 14-year-old, and two adults with non-life-threatening injuries.
Police did not share any details about a suspect.
First District Council Member Tyler Morton posted a video from Charles Young Park earlier today from the “East End Day” event.
An emergency mobilization plan sent out by the City of Lexington declared a police staffing emergency at 7:24 p.m. All Third Shift officers were instructed to report for duty.
This is a developing story. WKYT will continue to update this story as more information becomes available.
Lexington Police surround Charles Young Park after witnesses reported hearing gunshots.(WKYT)
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