Lexington police investigate overnight homicide, victim identified
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A man has died after a shooting in Lexington early Saturday morning.
Police say they responded to a call of multiple shots fired on Darby Creek at around 2:00 on Saturday morning. When they arrived, they found 34-year-old William L. Edwards suffering from gunshot wounds.
Officers reported his injuries as life-threatening, and he was hospitalized. Multiple shell casings and a handgun were also found at the scene.
According to the Fayette County Coroner, Edwards was pronounced dead at 2:49 AM at UK Medical Center.
No details on the suspect have been released. We will give updates when more information is provided.
Crews are still investigating and ask anyone with information to contact the police.
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