Update: Sunday afternoon, the Associated Press confirmed that two women were killed in the church.
BREAKING: Two women were killed in a shooting at a Kentucky church in an incident that began after a state trooper was shot and wounded, authorities say. https://t.co/pqZ371cGTw
— The Associated Press (@AP) July 13, 2025
On Sunday, in Lexington, Kentucky, an unnamed assailant shot a Kentucky State Trooper and then fled to the Richmond Road Baptist Church, where he again opened fire. Details are still coming in as of this writing, but here's what we know so far:
Kentucky State Police is aware of a trooper-involved shooting incident that occurred on July 13, 2025, at 11:36 a.m. in Fayette County. The suspect shot a trooper and then fled the scene, ending up at the Richmond Road Baptist Church, at which time KSP and Lexington Police Dept
— KY State Police (@kystatepolice) July 13, 2025
2. KSP & LPD were able to secure the suspect. At this time, we can confirm that the trooper is receiving medical attention. There are multiple victims at the church, and EMS is on scene . The suspect is deceased. KSP will provide more information as it becomes available.
— KY State Police (@kystatepolice) July 13, 2025
As of this writing, we know the gunman is dead. Governor Andy Beshear (D-KY) has made a statement indicating multiple victims at the church:
“Kentucky, we are aware of a series of incidents in Lexington around one suspect, including a trooper-involved shooting and an additional shooting at Richmond Road Baptist Church with multiple injuries,” the governor wrote on X. “The trooper and others are being treated at a nearby hospital.”
“Please pray for everyone affected by these senseless acts of violence, and let’s give thanks for the swift response by the Lexington Police Department and Kentucky State Police,” the governor said. “Details are still emerging, and we will share more information as available.”
A local news outlet, LEX 18 News, has a few more details:
BREAKING: A Kentucky State Police trooper was shot, and multiple people were injured in an incident that ended at Richmond Road Baptist Church in Fayette County on Sunday: https://t.co/bbo3sUvDUL pic.twitter.com/EuAiRDcxKC
— LEX 18 News (@LEX18News) July 13, 2025
As of this writing, there has been no statement as to how many victims were shot in the church, or if any were killed. The state trooper and several victims are being treated at an area hospital. As yet, there have been no announced press conferences or other details given.
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The Richmond Road Baptist Church is described itself: "We are an independent, landmark, sovereign grace, missionary, New Testament Baptist Church." There is as yet no indication whether the church was deliberately targeted or if it was a target of opportunity.
Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has also released a statement:
Saddened to hear about the tragic shootings—Blue Grass Airport and Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington.
— Senator Rand Paul (@SenRandPaul) July 13, 2025
Kelley and I are praying for all the victims, the injured trooper, and their families.
We are grateful for the brave first responders. Violence like this has no place…
The statement continues:
Violence like this has no place in Kentucky.
This is a developing story. We will update as events warrant.
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