Mayor Linda Gorto, City of Lexington | City of Lexington website
Mayor Linda Gorto, City of Lexington | City of Lexington website
On August 20, 2024, an individual was arrested in connection with a shooting incident on Glen Arvin Avenue. The Lexington Police Department utilized the Real-Time Intelligence Center, Flock license plate readers, and FUSUS technology to identify the suspect as Javonte Briscoe, aged 32. Briscoe faces charges of Assault 1st Degree, Convicted Felon in Possession of a Handgun, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of a Controlled Substance. He is currently detained at the Fayette County Detention Center.
The shooting occurred on August 15, 2024, around 9:30 a.m., near Glen Arvin Avenue and Georgetown Street. Officers dispatched to the scene found a male victim with a gunshot wound who was subsequently transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Detectives are continuing their investigation and have requested that residents and businesses in the area review their surveillance footage for any relevant information. Individuals with information regarding this case are encouraged to contact the Lexington Police at (859) 258-3600. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Bluegrass Crime Stoppers by calling (859) 253-2020, visiting www.bluegrasscrimestoppers.com, or using the P3 Tips app at www.p3tips.com.
Traffic advisory: On Sunday, August 18th, traffic on North Upper Street between Main Street and Short Street will be restricted to one lane from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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