Severe weather has caused power outages impacting traffic signals at several intersections, and trees and debris have fallen into roadways. Crews are working to restore power and clear road hazards, we ask anyone on the roads to use caution.
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On 09/27/24, around 1:57 am, officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of Russell Cave Rd for a shooting with a victim. They located a male victim outside with a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital with reported life-threatening injuries.
INJURY COLLISION / TRAFFIC ALERT:
I-75S between Exit 115 (Newtown Pike) and the 112 MM -
The roadway is shut down at Exit 115 due to a collision involving a semi at the 112 MM. The semi is reportedly leaking a large amount of fluid.
Southbound traffic diverted to Exit 115.
Traffic Alert Due to Fuel Spill:
Outer loop New Circle Rd between Old Frankfort Pike and Versailles Rd -
The roadway is shut down due to a fuel spill. Motorists will need to seek an alternate route.
UPDATE: The Lexington Police Department is investigating the shooting that happened on September 14, 2024, in the 700 block of Biskoff Court as a homicide. See the below article for more information.
On September 14, 2024, around 1:51 a.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Chantilly Street and Sutton Place for a gunshot victim. The victim was transported to a local hospital with reported non-life-threatening injuries.
TRAFFIC ALERT FOR NEW CIRCLE RD AT JINGLE BELL LN:
-- A lightning strike damaged an electric pole and resulted in downed wires.
-- The outer loop side is down to one lane with traffic being diverted to the left turn lane until further notice.
-- The inner loop side is open.
UPDATE FOR NEW CIRCLE RD:
-- The outer loop is now being shut down at Georgetown Rd due to the collision between Old Frankfort Pike and Versailles Rd.
-- No traffic allowed from Leestown Rd to the outer loop of New Circle Rd.
-- Motorists will need to seek an alternate route.
TRAFFIC ALERT:
E Main St at Rose St -
E Main St is shut down until further notice due to Police activity in the area.
Traffic is being diverted to Rose St or Elm Tree Ln.
We are joining the International Associations of Chiefs of Police, and Shaquille O’Neal for the Right to Carry, Duty to Secure Campaign. Law enforcement agencies are teaming up to remind gun owners to practice firearm safety and keep their guns secure.
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