Lexington Man Arrested Following Deadly Shooting Incident on Russell Cave Road

Lexington Man Arrested in Connection with Homicide

Lexington, Ky. – One person has been arrested regarding a homicide that occurred on Russell Cave Road. Steven McGaughy, 30, was taken into custody on Thursday, following a deadly shooting incident from early morning on September 27. The victim has been identified as Jaquan Grundy, a 25-year-old resident of Louisville.

Authorities utilized the Real-Time Intelligence Center along with Flock license plate readers and FUSUS technology to identify McGaughy as a suspect in the case. He now faces charges of murder, wanton endangerment, and criminal mischief. McGaughy is currently being detained at the Fayette County Detention Center.

Lexington police urge anyone with pertinent information about the incident to step forward. Individuals can contact the Lexington Police at (859) 258-3600. For those wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Bluegrass Crime Stoppers through their hotline at (859) 253-2020, online, or via the P3 Tips app.

The investigation into the circumstances surrounding Grundy’s death is ongoing as authorities seek to uncover further details about the deadly shooting.


Author: HERE Lexington

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