LOUISVILLE, KY — A 19-year-old man was fatally shot in east Louisville this week, and the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office has identified him as Quincy Coleman of the Shawnee neighborhood. The Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) responded to reports of a shooting around 4 p.m. Wednesday in the 3800 block of Riveroaks Circle, near Chamberlain Lane and Westport Road in the Fincastle neighborhood.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Coleman, who had been shot and was pronounced dead at the scene. LMPD’s Homicide Unit has taken over the investigation, but no suspects have been identified at this time. Authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The tragic loss of Quincy Coleman has left the Shawnee and Fincastle communities in mourning. Friends and family are remembering him as a young man with a promising future whose life was tragically cut short. The incident has sparked renewed concerns about gun violence in Louisville and the need for community action to address the issue.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact law enforcement. Tips can be reported anonymously through the Crime Tip Hotline at 502-574-LMPD (5673) or via the LMPD Crime Tip Portal online. Community cooperation is crucial in helping investigators piece together the events leading up to the shooting and bringing those responsible to justice.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Louisville in combating gun violence. Local leaders and law enforcement officials are calling for increased efforts to address the root causes of violence and to provide support and resources to at-risk communities.
As the investigation continues, the community is coming together to support Coleman’s family during this difficult time. Further updates will be provided as more details emerge. The tragic death of Quincy Coleman serves as a somber reminder of the need for unity and action to prevent future acts of violence in the city.
