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Florence Avenue Homicide
December 20, 2021

Shortly after 6 p.m. Saturday, May 8, 2021, officers responded to the 700-block of Florence Avenue for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located three individuals suffering from gunshot wounds; a 67-year-old male victim suffered a non-life-threatening injury, a 27-year-old male victim suffered serious injuries, and a 17-year-old victim suffered life-threatening injuries.

All reported injuries are based on initial contact with officers. 

The 17-year-old victim was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The Fayette County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim as Mar’quevion Leach.

Hedgewood Court Homicide
December 13, 2021

On Tuesday, June 8, 2021, around 11:35 p.m., Lexington Police responded to the 200 block of Hedgewood Court for a report of a subject shot. Upon arrival, officers located a 28-year-old victim in the driver’s seat of a passenger car deceased from gunshot wounds.   The victim was identified by the Fayette County Coroner’s Office as Shon Davis.

Danielle Lane Double Homicide
December 06, 2021

On Sunday, July 4, 2021, at approximately 1:18 hours, officers responded to the 2500-block of Danielle Lane regarding an individual possibly having a medical emergency. Upon arrival, officers located the 26-year-old female, Tyler M. Sandusky, identified by the Fayette County Coroner’s Office, deceased from a gunshot wound. The victim was located near a Toyota Camry. 

After further investigation, officers located a second victim, a 27-year-old male, Shaquille L. Newby, identified by the Fayette County Coroner’s Office, in the front passenger seat of the Toyota Camry. The victim was also suffering from a gunshot wound and pronounced deceased at the scene. 

Payne Street Homicide
November 29, 2021

In the early morning hours of Sunday, November 29, at approximately 2:12am, officers responded to the 100 block of Payne Street regarding subjects down.  When officers arrived they located a 34 year-old victim and a 22 year-old victim with critical injuries.  Officers also began CPR on a third victim but she was pronounced deceased by the Fayette County Coroner’s Office.  The deceased victim was later identified as 20 year-old Madilyn Grisham.   

Homicide on De Porres
November 22, 2021

Shortly after 2 a.m. Thursday, March 4, officers responded to a home in the 900-block of De Porres for a reported shooting. The victim, a 28-year-old man, was struck by shots fired from outside the home. The victim was transported to the hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The Fayette County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim as Jesse M. Averitt.

A second man who was inside the home at the time of the shooting was not hurt.

A witness reported seeing a vehicle leave the area at a high rate of speed immediately after the shooting. Police do not have any suspect description at this time.

Vehicle Break-in
November 08, 2021

On Tuesday, September 7th, at approximately 4:00 a.m. the victim stated the suspect broke into her vehicle. The vehicle was parked at a business in the 1100 block of New Circle Road when someone unlawfully entered and stole her purse. Her purse and the contents inside were valued over $1,000.

Larkspur Robbery
November 01, 2021

On Monday, October 18th at approximately 3:50pm Officers responded to a residence in the 2000 block of Larkspur Road reference a robbery.  The victim stated an unknown suspect was armed with a firearm when he used force to enter his residence.  The suspect ultimately stole an item from the victim valued over $1,000. 

National Avenue Burglary
October 25, 2021

On Sunday, August 1st, an individual unlawfully entered a building in the 900 block of National Avenue.  Ultimately he gathered numerous power tools in a large bag and exited the premises.   The total value of the items taken was well over $1,000. 

Eckart Supply Theft
October 18, 2021

On Thursday, July 29th, at approximately 0430, hours the Lexington Police Department responded to a possible burglary in progress at a business located in the 1000 block of Sunshine Lane.  Officers learned two individuals used force to enter the business and ultimately stole several items.  The suspects fled in an unknown vehicle at a high rate of speed prior to Officers arriving on scene.

Catalytic Converter Theft
October 11, 2021

On Saturday, August 21st the Lexington Police Department responded to a theft report in the 1000 block of Majestic Drive.  It was learned that several nights prior, two individuals entered the parking lot in a pickup truck and took nearly 15 minutes to remove the catalytic converter from the victim’s vehicle, causing damage well over $1,000. 

Gas station burglary
October 04, 2021

On Sunday, September 5th around 1:00am Officers responded to a gas station in the 3000 block of Mapleleaf Drive in reference to shots fired.  Upon arrival Officers learned that the suspect had fired three shots into the business and then forced entry inside causing substantial damage.  No items were missing from the business but we are seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspect who was caught on surveillance.

Colchester Homicide
September 28, 2021

On Wednesday, April 7, 2021 around 11:16 p.m., officers responded to the 1800 block of Colchester Drive for a report of shots fired. When officers arrived they were advised the victims had left the scene.  Two individuals arrived separately at a local hospital with gunshot wounds.   Officers were advised a 19-year-old victim was in stable condition.  The other 20-year-old victim was pronounced deceased.

The Fayette County Coroner’s office identified the victim as Herbie Booker, of Lexington.

Scott County Theft
September 21, 2021

On Saturday, August 7th the Scott County Sheriff’s Department responded to a vehicle break-in at a local park in Georgetown.  It was determined several items were taken from the vehicle including credit cards.  The victim was notified the cards were unlawfully used at a local convenience store in the 800 block of South Broadway Road.  The business was able to provide still images and video of the suspects.

Lowes Theft
September 13, 2021

On Friday, August 13th two individuals entered a department store in the 200 block of Old Todds Road.  Both suspects filled their shopping carts full of merchandise and simply exited the store without paying for the items.  They fled the store in a maroon or red Jeep.

Car Wash Thief
August 30, 2021

In the past month a business in the 3000 block of Boston Road has had multiple thefts from their premises. Video provided by the business shows the same individual walk onto the property and steal items. The suspect fled the scene in a black Dodge Charger.

Package Thief
August 23, 2021

On Wednesday, July 7th the below individual stole a package from the front porch of a residence in the 3000 block of Wavecrest Way. Please help us identify the below suspect?

Military gear theft
August 16, 2021

On Saturday, July 31st an individual contacted the Lexington Police Department to report that his military gear had been stolen from his vehicle.  The items had been secured overnight in a parking lot in the 1700 block of Sharkey Way.  Video and still images were provided.

Computer Theft
August 09, 2021

On Thursday, June 17th it was reported to the Lexington Police Department that a medical facility had ordered several computers that were to be delivered.  They advised the below suspect was able to intercept the delivery and sign for the computers before taking them.  The actual theft occurred on Monday, June 14th at a local FedEx facility. 

Traditional Bank Robbery
August 02, 2021

On Monday, July 19th, the Lexington Police Department responded to Traditional Bank on Tates Creek Road reference an alarm.  Upon arrival employees advised and individual had entered the bank and demanded cash.  He is described by multiple witnesses as a male white, approximately 5’ 8” to 5’ 10” and weighing around 175 pounds.  He had brown hair and brown eyes and is believed to be in his 30’s.  He left the bank with an undisclosed amount of cash.  Multiple photos and video was captured of the suspect.

Greenbrier Vehicle Break-Ins
July 26, 2021

On Wednesday, July 14th two individuals unlawfully entered several vehicles in the parking lot of the Country Club located in the 2000 block of Bahama Road.  This incident occurred late in the afternoon and several items were taken from the vehicles.  A short time later one of the stolen credit cards was used at a business in Hamburg to make a purchase before the victim was able to cancel the card.  Multiple photos and videos of the suspects were provided.