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A 16-year-old has been arrested and charged with first-degree assault, possession of a handgun by a minor, and tampering with physical evidence in connection to a shooting on Alexandria Drive in Lexington, Kentucky. The shooting, which occurred after midnight, left one male victim critically injured. The incident stemmed from a disorder, and the juvenile is currently held at the juvenile detention center.
The Justice Department has launched a civil pattern or practice investigation into the City of Lexington, Mississippi, and the Lexington Police Department (LPD) to determine if there are systemic violations of the Constitution and federal law. The investigation will focus on the police department's use of force, stops, searches, and arrests, assessing whether they are reasonable, non-discriminatory, and respect First Amendment rights. It will also review LPD policies, training, supervision, fine collection practices, and accountability systems. The investigation aims to ensure fair and constitutional policing and sends a message that no police department is exempt from providing non-discriminatory policing. The Justice Department will conduct outreach to community groups and individuals for their input, and individuals with relevant information are encouraged to contact the department. This marks the 11th pattern or practice investigation opened by the Justice Department during this administration.
The Lexington Police Department is investigating the death of a man at a mobile home park after a family fight escalated and resulted in the man being allegedly stabbed by his brother. The incident occurred in Lexington, South Carolina, and multiple witnesses are being sought for information. The Lexington County Coroner's Office and the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Crime Scene are assisting in the investigation.
The Lexington Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying a suspect who allegedly used a fraudulent cash card to purchase over $1,900 worth of merchandise from Walmart on June 28, 2023. Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Salisbury at 803-358-1569 or [email protected].