Louisville Shooting – A woman was hospitalized late Friday night after a shooting inside an apartment building in Louisville’s Jacobs neighborhood, prompting an active investigation by the Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD). The incident occurred on the night of Friday, December 26, 2025, and remains under investigation as authorities seek information from the public.
According to LMPD officials, officers were dispatched to a reported shooting around 11:30 p.m. in the 3600 block of Manslick Road, an area that includes several apartment complexes and residential buildings. Emergency calls alerted police to gunfire in the vicinity, raising immediate concerns for public safety.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered a woman inside the apartment building who had sustained at least one gunshot wound. Police stated that the victim was alert and conscious when they made contact with her, which allowed first responders to quickly assess her condition and provide emergency medical aid.
Louisville Metro EMS transported the woman to UofL Hospital for further treatment. Authorities later confirmed that her injuries were believed to be non-life-threatening, offering some reassurance amid concerns surrounding the violent incident. No additional victims were reported at the scene.
As of the morning of Saturday, December 27, 2025, no arrests have been made, and no suspects are currently in custody. Investigators have not released details regarding a possible motive, nor have they clarified whether the shooting was targeted or random. Police also did not indicate whether the suspect or suspects fled on foot or by vehicle.
The case has been assigned to the LMPD Non-Fatal Shooting Unit, which specializes in investigating shootings where victims survive. Detectives are working to reconstruct the events leading up to the incident, including reviewing surveillance footage from the apartment complex and nearby businesses, as well as interviewing potential witnesses.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have seen or heard anything related to the shooting to come forward. Even small details, police say, could be critical in identifying those responsible and preventing further violence in the area.
Members of the public with information are encouraged to contact the LMPD Anonymous Tip Line at (502) 574-LMPD (5673). Tips can also be submitted confidentially through the LMPD Crime Tip Portal, allowing individuals to share information without revealing their identity.
The shooting has raised concerns among residents in the Jacobs neighborhood, many of whom are calling for increased patrols and community engagement to address gun violence. LMPD officials reiterated their commitment to public safety and emphasized the importance of community cooperation as the investigation continues.
Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact police as soon as possible.
