STATEMENT RELEASE

STORM ISSUES STATEMENT ON LAUREL COUNTY COMMUNITY EFFORTS AFTER ACTIVE SHOOTER SITUATION  

FRANKFORT, Ky. (SEPT. 9, 2024)—Sen. Brandon Storm has issued the following statement regarding the aftermath of the active shooter situation on I-75 in Laurel County:

“This is a resilient and united community, and we are in pain after this senseless tragedy.  Right now, I, along with other community leaders, remain focused on caring for my community members impacted while our very capable law enforcement professionals search for the suspect.  We will come together, stand strong, and extend our love and support to all those who need it. Let us all lift every person affected up in prayer. 

“I urge everyone to follow the guidance of our brave law enforcement officers. In such times, cooperating with them as they work to restore our sense of safety is paramount.”