On Sunday, July 13, 2025, starting around 11:35 a.m. (EST), a gunman launched a deadly two-part attack in Lexington, Kentucky. The violence began with a shooting at the Blue Grass Airport and ended at a nearby church. Authorities have confirmed three total fatalities—including the perpetrator—and three additional injuries (Wikipedia).
Initial Incident at Blue Grass Airport
A Kentucky State Police trooper initiated a traffic stop on Terminal Drive near Blue Grass Airport. The stopped vehicle was flagged by a license‑plate reader (People.com).
The trooper was shot by the suspect during the stop. Fortunately, he survived and is now in stable condition after receiving treatment (People.com).
The suspect fled the scene and carjacked another vehicle, although the driver was unharmed (WTVQ).
Rampage at Richmond Road Baptist Church
The shooter drove roughly 15–16 miles to Richmond Road Baptist Church, a relatively small, close-knit congregation (AP News).
During a Sunday morning service, he opened fire on churchgoers, killing two women kills identified as Christina Combs (age 32/34) and Beverly Gumm (age 72) (People.com).
Two men—fellow congregants—were also wounded; one remains in critical condition, while the other is stable (People.com).
Responding Lexington and Kentucky State Police officers engaged the shooter and fatally shot him at the church (The Daily Beast).
Ongoing Investigation & Community Response
Authorities have not yet released the shooter’s identity pending family notification (The Daily Beast).kill bill.
Preliminary reports indicate the suspect may have known individuals at the church, suggesting a possible connection, though no clear motive has emerged (WTVQ).
Police continue to investigate, reviewing body-camera footage and interviewing witnesses. Three officers involved in the church confrontation are under administrative review .
Reactions & Community Impact
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, Attorney General Russell Coleman, and Senator Rand Paul,kills publicly condemned the violence and called for prayers for victims, first responders, and law enforcement (The Sun).
Community members described Richmond Road Baptist Church as a “close‑knit group,” where many attendees are related or longtime friends (WTVQ).
The airport experienced brief disruptions but operations resumed quickly, with no flight delays reported (The Sun).
Key Facts Summary
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Date & Time
July 13, 2025, ~11:35 a.m. EST
Locations
Terminal Drive (near Blue Grass Airport) & Richmond Road Baptist Church
This incident has deeply shaken Lexington—a peaceful community—and raised questions about motive, profiling, and public safety in places of worship. As investigations continue, communities are uniting to cope, pray for healing, and support impacted families. For updates, officials encourage reliance on Lexington Police Department communications and verified media outlets.
