In a tragic event on February 21, 2025, three individuals were fatally shot outside a driver’s licensing office in Louisville, Kentucky. The incident occurred around noon in the parking lot of the Kentucky Driver Licensing Regional Office located in the 6200 block of Willismore Drive. Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) officers responded to the scene and discovered a male victim deceased on-site, while two female victims were transported to the University of Louisville Hospital, where they later succumbed to their injuries.
**Victims Identified**
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victims as:
– **Leslye M. Harbin Jr.**, 18, who died at the scene from multiple gunshot wounds.
– **Antwanette Chillers**, 33, and **Raysa Pacios Valdes**, 29, both of whom died at the hospital due to gunshot injuries.
**Details of the Incident**
Witnesses described a chaotic scene where masked individuals approached the victims and opened fire. One witness recounted that the assailants continued to shoot Harbin even after he had fallen to the ground. The suspects reportedly fled the scene in a vehicle, prompting a citywide search by law enforcement.
**Investigation and Public Safety**
LMPD Major Donald Boeckman stated that there appears to be no ongoing threat to the public, despite the suspects remaining at large. Authorities are reviewing surveillance footage from the area to identify and apprehend those responsible. No arrests have been made as of now.
**Community Response**
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear condemned the violence, calling the incident a “senseless act of violence” and expressing gratitude to law enforcement for their swift response. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, which oversees the licensing office, commended the quick actions of security personnel in locking down the facility and ensuring the safety of employees and other patrons. The office was closed for the remainder of the day following the shooting.
**Appeal for Information**
LMPD is urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Individuals can provide anonymous tips by calling the LMPD tip line at 574-LMPD or by visiting their online crime tip portal.
This incident underscores the urgent need for community engagement and cooperation with law enforcement to address and prevent such acts of violence.
