KSP investigating trooper-involved shooting in Laurel County

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - Kentucky State Police are investigating a trooper-involved shooting in Laurel County Monday night.

Trooper Corey Jones said that the shooting occurred on I-75 but gave limited details on the incident.

Jones also said that the southbound lanes on the interstate at mile marker 49 are shut down due to an active scene and warned drivers to expect heavy congestion.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet said that the interstate is estimated to be shut down for up to two hours.

WKYT is working to learn more.