READ MORE: Carjacking criminals are most often Louisville's youth. He was later identified as 24-year-old Dorion Tisby. Police responded to a "call for service" to a home on the 2700 block of Jefferson St., in the Russell neighborhood, around 9 a.m. on Feb. 5, Sanders said. A woman was killed in a shooting on Jan. 24 and a man has been charged with domestic violence murder in the aftermath, according to LMPD. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Six new 2023 Dodge Challenger Hellcats cars were stolen from the Don Franklin Chrysler Dealership in Somerset around 2 a.m. Tuesday. City officials have increased gun violence prevention funding in this years city budget from $5 million to $19 million. LMPD's homicide unit is investigating. 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Officers on the scene found a man who had been shot multiple times. An "obviously deceased" body was found on West Jefferson Street, said Matthew Sanders, a spokesperson for Louisville Metro Police. A judge vacated their convictions due to new DNA evidence. WebLOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Pegasus Institute, which tracks and studies violent crime, submitted new numbers to city officials showing Louisvilles homicide rate outpaces several other cities across the country. Detective Deirdre Mengedoht was conducting a traffic stop when she was hit and killed by a semi-truck, officials said. LMPD has been so short-staffed that last year the department pulled several officers from their regular beats to investigate homicides. LOUISVILLE, Ky. 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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville Metro Police are investigating after a man was shot in the city's Russell neighborhood Wednesday evening. The city, for instance, has nearly quadrupled its investment in efforts to tackle violent crime by pumping money into officer recruitment, community outreach and social service programs. In that incident, more than 600 rounds were fired at the apartment complex right outside of St. Matthews. Two adult males died after suffering gunshot wounds after police responded to a report of a shooting Tuesday evening, according to Aaron Ellis, a spokesperson for LMPD. People are calling for whatever tools are available and can be brought to the table to stop the bleeding. When officers arrived, they located LOUISVILLE, KY 14 HOURS Christopher 2X believes teaching grade school students about gun violence and labeling it a public health crisis would help stop killings. A man died following a shooting on Baxter Avenue on the evening of Jan. 15, police said. The victim was identified on Jan. 30 by the Jefferson County Coroner's Office as 51-year-old Kenneth Maier. No arrests have taken place. That includes the 43 officers added this year either through recruitment or rehiring. Second Division officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle in the 3400 block of Buckeye Road at about 8:30 a.m. that morning, according to a statement from the department. Shay McAlister interviews ATF agent Shawn Murrow who confirmed gang activity is actively taking place inside local schools. The first three days of the new year were marked by several killings adding to the toll the city has experienced since an uptick in homicides began in 2020. More >>Kentucky State Police sees largest starting cadet class since 2014, The tournament is in mid-Julyat Champions at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville. More >>'Protective measures' | MSD crews train to install floodwalls around Louisville, The Louisville MetroYouth Detention Services center was shut down in late 2019 when Metro Council voted to pull city fundingamid across-the board cuts to city services. The woman who was killed has not yet been identified. Sixth Division LMPD officers initially responded to a call about a shooting at about 7:15 a.m. on Jan. 10 in the 4400 block of Woodgate Lane, the department said at the time. More >>Keeneland hiring employees for 2023 Spring Meet, Students at several Louisville schools have staged similar protests. Police officials say officers typically investigate four to five homicides per year, but they are now working eight to 10. More >>Nelson County teachers, educators protest school board's decision to kill facilities plan, A man was taken to the hospital after being shot in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood on Monday night, according to Louisville Metro Police. Officers reportedly found a rifle in his car that matched with casings found at the scene and he later confessed to the killing while being questioned by police. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. LMPD officers responded to the 1600 block of Beechwood Avenue at 1:30 a.m., where they found a man who was shot. Brett Hankison, a former Louisville police officer, was found not guilty on endangerment charges stemming from the raid that killed Taylor. "What we see are gangs take on the names of the street where they live on or the community they stay in," Jones explained. These local gangs use fear to intimidate innocent people to keep quiet. He was pronounced dead at the scene and later identified by the Jefferson County Coroner's Office as Reginald Speight, 28. Its my faith and the relationship with God that I have, she said. In Louisville, Mayor Greg Fischer attributes the number of homicides to easy gun access, social media beefs morphing into deadly street violence and a culture of retaliation. More >>Phone scammers use ISP caller ID to target residents with calls about bogus charges, fines, The Coalition for the Homeless outlined four recommendations Tuesday that its research shows can help end homelessness in Louisville. There are currently no suspects, police said. He was convicted by a federal jury following a four-day trial in November 2022. The father said he blames his sons death on the city and police. A man was pronounced dead on Jan. 26 after LMPD officers found him shot in Louisville's Irish Hill neighborhood. He was two days away from starting his job as a mail carrier with the U.S. The Courier Journal tracks homicides in Louisville over the course of the year to memorialize victims, follow the cases and keep the public informed. The officer was fired more than three months after 26-year-old Breonna Taylor was killed in her home. Make it easy to keep up-to-date with more stories like this. Louisville's gangs are made up of men, women and children as young as 14 years old, according to federal agents. A death investigation is underway after a body was found in Valley Station near a cemeterys ditch line. More >>Clarksville purchases Ashland Park from Marathon Oil, A spokesman for the National Weather Service says now is a good time to create plan and gather supplies for severe weather. LMPD said Edilberto Reyes, 58, was arrested in connection with the case and turned himself in at Metro Corrections following the shooting. More >>UofL Health holds first 'Living Donor Honor Walk' for man who donated kidney to longtime friend, More than 75 local and national American craft breweries will be in attendance at Tailspin Ale Fest at Bowman Field on March 4. More >>Nelson County Judge Executive ignites debate after Narcan vending machine post, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first at-home flu and COVID-19 test. More >>Holiday World, Kings Island named top-17 amusement parks in America by US News and World Report, The Meade County sheriff said in a statement that deputies found images on an electronic device belonging to 38-year-old Nicholas Dittmer. That was my baby, my only girl, Love said. The police arent doing a good job investigating, Collins said, adding that officers have told the family they dont have enough resources to adequately investigate. Troutt, 17, was killed in a car crash on Dixie Highway in March 2021. Meanwhile, families left to grieve their slain children say the homicides must stop. The suspect is facing at least 16 charges. #74 in Best Places to Retire. I know people have gotten sick and tired of all this killing, Carl Fels, 61, said. The FBI is responding to a spike in violent crime in the city, Louisville-based FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge Brian Jones said. Love, who spent this years Mothers Day surrounded by family, said charging someone in her daughters death will be difficult unless someone talks. That would require overcoming the broken relationship between police and members of the community, particularly people of color. The Mayor said the curfew was necessary after a small group of people attempted to use the protests to damage and steal property. More >>Lawsuit challenges failed landmarks vote for Lawton Court houses, Librarian Tessa Caudill said one branch is six months away from reopening, and the system is just now starting to work with FEMA. Morale might be low for a good reason.. Youre not randomly just hoping that you get the right people. Montevious Goss, 16, was last seen getting into a truck on Dean Drive in Louisville. Ive never seen so much violence, Love said. WebCrime | whas11.com Crime Crime LMPD investigating after man shot on Arnoldtown Road, dies at hospital LMPD said officers responded to a call of a shooting around 4:45 p.m. in More >>6 cars stolen from Kentucky dealership in just 45 seconds, The public is invited to submit names for the new park. First Division officers responded to a call about a shooting at 10:30 p.m. in the 600 block of East Muhammad Ali Boulevard and found a man who had been shot, LMPD spokesperson Dwight Mitchell said. Carl Fels' 26-year-old son, Dominique Fels, was killed earlier this year in Louisville, Ky., while breaking up a fight. Have a news tip? At least 30% of the Metro's violent crime can be traced back to a local gang, according to Louisville Metro Police. IE 11 is not supported. Help Zoom in to view records. Fourth Division officers took the call about the shooting in the 900 block of Waterman Alley at about 8 p.m. that night, the department said, and found an adult man who had been shot and was pronounced dead on the scene. The victim was later identified by the Jefferson County Coroner's Office as 26-year-old Imanitwitaho Zachee from Louisville. "We see everything from three or four members that are causing significant fear or violence in their community, up to 20, 30, 40 individuals in a single gang," he said. The boy received fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Louisville's current 34 percent solve rate falls far short of the 61.4 percent national average in 2019, the last year for which FBI data is available. An ongoing investigation is underway after two teenagers get shot by a Louisville Metro Police officers weapon that accidentally discharged, according to LMPD. More >>LEGOs designed for the blind and visually impaired are distributed exclusively from Louisville, LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The daily commute comes in many forms and for some that means two wheels, but finding a safe and reliable bike to take to work can be a challenge. #64 in Best Places to Live. The additional federal resources are part of the Safe Streets Task Force, an ongoing initiative with the Louisville Metro Police Department that targets violent criminals. LMPD HeadquartersHours of Operation:Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS), Citizens Commission on Police Accountability, Clandestine Lab Enforcement Team Response, Officer-Involved Shooting Investigation Procedures, Department of Justice Community Resources. I still havent heard nothing. LOUISVILLE, Ky. A massive shoot out at a Hike's Point apartment complex on New Years Day is perhaps the most recent example of local gang violence operating in Louisville. 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