He said several police officers had been taken to different hospitals. Floyd County Sheriff’s Department posted on social media early Friday morning that the incident was fatal. There is no information on the number of people involved who lost their lives. Sheriff Hunt said lawmakers were trying to deliver a court order issued when the incident began Thursday afternoon. As of 9:30 p.m., he said the suspect was still blocked. In a news release during the 11 p.m. news release, Kentucky police said the suspect is in custody. The sheriff said the suspect opened fire when police responded. The KSP said the incident started around 6pm This Allen area, near the intersection of US 23 and State Route 1428, is closed for miles. Earlier Thursday night, the sheriff said he hoped for a peaceful resolution of the situation. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear tweeted the following statement late Thursday: Tonight I call on the Commonwealth to join Britain and I in keeping Floyd County in prayer, especially the families and loved ones of those who responded to a roadblock situation involving gunfire. ^ ΑΒ – Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) July 1, 2022 Johnson County Sheriff’s Office posted on its Facebook page that it is addressing thoughts and prayers to the KSP, all Floyd County law enforcement, first responders, dispatchers and the Allen community. The Louisville Office of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) posted the following on Twitter: Officers from across the area, some from Asland, responded to the scene. We also have workshops on the spot. Keep checking your WSAZ application for the latest. Copyright 2022 WSAZ. All rights reserved.
