4 Killed, Including Police Officer
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The Lexington Police Department said the man was discovered with multiple gunshot wounds on Thursday at 12:30 a.m. at a house on Federal Street.
With 64 officers retired since January 2020, Lexington Kentucky Police Department needs 104 more. They’re quitting because of pay, pensions, covid, protests.
These officers are also working overtime to help staff special events. The Lexington Police Department’s authorized strength is 639. As of 10/30/23, there are 87 vacant sworn positions.
The Herald-Leader is not naming the four men FBI officials say killed Lewis because they have not been charged with a crime. Hannah Sloan, spokesperson for the Lexington Police Department, said the investigation is ongoing, and she referred questions to federal prosecutors.