A summer celebration turned chaotic in seconds. What police say happened in Lexington.

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Police officers investigate after a shooting at Charles Young Park in Lexington, Kentucky, on Aug. 15, 2026. Authorities said one person was killed and four others, including two children, were injured during an outdoor community event as detectives worked to identify those responsible. (WTVQ via AP)

A shooting during an outdoor event in downtown Lexington on Saturday evening left one person dead and four others injured, including two children, according to Kentucky authorities. Police said officers responded to reports of gunfire at Charles Young Park shortly before 7 p.m. and located five victims. One victim later died at a hospital, while the others were expected to survive their injuries, according to Lex 18.

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