On Sunday in Lexington, Kentucky, a shooting rampage resulted in the deaths of two women inside a local church. The violence began after a state trooper was shot and wounded during a routine traffic stop, police said.
Police say the suspect opened fire on the trooper before fleeing the scene. Moments later, the gunman entered a nearby church where a service was taking place.
Inside the church, the suspect shot two female congregants, both of whom died at the scene. Responding officers pursued the suspect, who was killed before further harm could occur.
Local authorities have launched an investigation to piece together the motive and timeline. The community in Lexington is grappling with shock and grief as officials work to provide answers.
This tragedy has once again sparked conversations about gun violence and public safety in communities across the United States. As residents mourn, calls for greater support for law enforcement and mental health resources are growing louder.
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