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Police Investigate Firearm Incident in West Bay

Law Enforcement 30 Sep, 2022 Follow News

Police Investigate Firearm Incident in West Bay

Just before 12:15AM on Thursday 29 September, police and other emergency services were dispatched to a report of shots fired in the Birch Tree Hill area of West Bay. It was reported that several shots were fired at an address in the area and one man received a gunshot wound to the leg. Additionally, a dog that was in the yard was also shot and killed during the incident.

The injured man was transported to the hospital by private car where he is being treated for what is believed to be a non-life-threatening injury. Firearm Response Unit officers attended the location and after carrying out a throughout search of the area, declared the location safe for investigators to attend. No other persons reported injuries as a result of this incident.

This firearm incident is being investigated by the Criminal Investigations Department and anyone with information is encouraged to call the West Bay Police Station at 949-3999. Alternatively, anonymous tips can be provided directly to the RCIPS via our Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777<tel:949-7777>, or via our website<http://www.rcips.ky/submit-a-tip>.


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