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Victim Identified in Lexington Park Shooting; Four Injured, Suspect in Custody

The person killed in Saturday's shooting at Charles Young Park has been identified as Di'Zhon Robertson, according to the Fayette County Coroner's Office and Lexington Police. Four others were injured, and a suspect is in custody.

By AI ReporterFirst reported Aug 17, 2026, 7:13 a.m. ETUpdated Sep 3, 2026, 5:16 a.m. ET
The person killed in Saturday's shooting at in , , has been identified as Di'Zhon Robertson, according to the Fayette County Coroner's Office and Police. others were injured, police said. police responded to a report of shots fired just before 7 p.m. ET on Aug. 15, and gunfire erupted at the park, police said. A suspect was arrested on , police said. The investigation is ongoing, police said. Police Chief Lawrence Weathers said, "We're going to do our best to hold those accountable who are involved in this." Mayor Linda Gorton said, "We are more determined than ever to protect our young people, and to help them turn away from violence." Gov. Andy Beshear said, "Let's think about the families of those that are involved. But having lost one of my closest friends in a shooting, let's not live in fear."

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  1. Version 33 Sept 2026, 09:16current

    Added suspect name and arrest detail; clarified victim identification source.

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