Two people were killed when a shooter opened fire at the Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky, U.S.

A 72-year-old woman and a 32-year-old woman were killed in a shooting Sunday.

Confirming the shooting, Kentucky Police in a statement on X said, “Kentucky State Police is aware of a trooper-involved shooting incident that occurred on July 13, 2025, at 11:36 a.m. in Fayette County. The suspect shot a trooper and then fled the scene, ending up at the Richmond Road Baptist Church, at which time KSP and Lexington Police Dept.”

The police said the shooter is dead, adding “KSP & LPD were able to secure the suspect. At this time, we can confirm that the trooper is receiving medical attention. There are multiple victims at the church, and EMS is on scene. The suspect is deceased. KSP will provide more information as it becomes available.”

Governor of Kentucky, Andy Beshear, in a statement on X, confirmed the incident, adding that those injured had been hospitalised.

Mr Beshear said, “Kentucky, we are aware of a series of incidents in Lexington around one suspect, including a trooper-involved shooting and an additional shooting at Richmond Road Baptist Church with multiple injuries. The trooper and others are being treated at a nearby hospital, Please pray for everyone affected by these senseless acts of violence, and let’s give thanks for the swift response by the Lexington Police Department and Kentucky State Police. Details are still emerging, and we will share more information as available.”