KSP trooper involved in deadly Anderson Co. shooting

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A Kentucky State Police trooper has been involved in a deadly shooting in Anderson County.

The incident occurred Friday afternoon at approximately 2:00 near the intersection of Hwy 127 and the Bluegrass Parkway, about one mile south of Lawrenceburg. Anderson News reports a standoff between police and a suspect preceded the trooper-involved shooting.

A male was transported to a local hospital and was later pronounced deceased.

Both directions of the Bluegrass Parkway were shut down as a result of the incident.

The Kentucky State Police Critical Incident Response Team is investigating the shooting.

(Photo: Police at the scene of a deadly trooper-involved shooting near Lawrenceburg)

By Ken Howlett, News Director

Contact Ken at ken@k105.com