* **Three victims** were killed in the parking lot around noon: an 18-year-old man, Leslye M. Harbin Jr., pronounced dead at the scene; and two women, Antwanette Chillers, 33, and Raysa Pacios Valdes, 29, who succumbed to their injuries at the hospital.
* Witnesses described a horrific scene of masked gunmen opening fire—some even continued shooting at a victim already on the ground .
* The shooter(s) fled via vehicle; multiple suspects may be involved, and surveillance footage is being reviewed .
* Louisville Metro Police Major Donald Boeckman emphasized that although it was a “tragedy,” there did not appear to be an ongoing threat to the public.
* The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet locked down the office immediately. No employees were hurt, and the office was closed for the rest of the day
* Gov. Andy Beshear called it a “senseless act of violence” and urged prayers for the victims’ families
**Witness Perspective:**
One witness told WLKY that a “tall man came around the corner and began shooting,” and described the sound of gunfire like “popcorn… put on the microwave” . Another, Ali Raza, credited the security guard’s quick actions—ordering people to the ground—for saving lives during the chaos.
**Investigation Status:**
* Police are conducting a **citywide manhunt**; no suspects are in custody yet ([The Sun][6]).
* Surveillance video is being examined, but police have provided few details about the vehicle or number of shooters .
* Authorities believe the shooting was **targeted** and not a random act, according to witness statements .
