Kentucky I-75 Shooter…Search Continues

(from the London (Ky) Police Department)

***CONSIDER ARMED AND DANGEROUS***

The below individual, Joseph A. Couch, is a Person of Interest in the shooting that occurred at the Exit 49/KY-909 area. If you have any information regarding the whereabouts or location on this individual please contact the London-Laurel County 911 Center by calling 911 or 606-878-7000.

***DO NOT ATTEMPT TO APPROACH***

Joseph A. Couch is a 32 year old white male approximately 5’10 weighing approximately 154lbs.

Around 10pm Saturday night London (Ky) Police say that I-75 is reopened, both North and southbound **

Search for suspect continues.

The active shooter situation occurred near Interstate 75, about nine miles north of of London,Kentucky where “numerous persons have been shot”. All five victims are listed in stable condition.

I am receiving initial reports from the Kentucky State Police and our Office of Homeland Security — together we are actively monitoring the situation and offering support in any way possible. Please pray for everyone involved. ^AB

— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) September 7, 2024

Earlier on Facebook Kentucky State Police Trooper Scottie Pennington said –

@ATFLouisville agents are responding and assisting @kystatepolice and local authorities with a critical incident near Interstate 75 in Laurel County. pic.twitter.com/Xz6lHhI5au

— ATF Louisville (@ATFLouisville) September 7, 2024