Tragic Shooting Claims Life of 24-Year-Old in Lexington

Lexington has witnessed a tragic incident as a shooting left one man dead on Saturday evening. The Fayette County Coroner has identified the victim as 24-year-old Dion Jermain Higgins.

The shooting occurred just before 11 p.m. on the 400 block of East Fifth Street. When responding officers arrived at the scene, they discovered Higgins suffering from gunshot wounds. He was promptly transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

Currently, the Lexington Police are treating this as a homicide investigation. However, details regarding potential suspects have not been released. Authorities are actively pursuing leads to understand the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

As of now, the motive for the shooting remains unclear, and investigators are working diligently to piece together the events that led to this tragic outcome. The community is urged to come forward with any information that may assist in the investigation.

This incident marks a distressing event for Lexington as the city grapples with the impact of gun violence. Residents are reminded to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.

The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as they become available.