Two Louisville Cops Shot In Night Of Protests [VIDEO]

The Louisville Courier Journal reports:

Two Louisville Metro Police officers were shot in downtown Louisville Wednesday night, just eight hours after an indictment was returned in the Breonna Taylor case.

Interim LMPD chief Robert Schroeder confirmed two officers were shot and sustained non life-threatening injuries. One officer is in surgery, and the other is alert and in stable condition. Schroeder said a suspect was taken into custody but did not identify that individual or share possible charges.

One officer was shot in the abdomen below their bulletproof vest and is in surgery, and a second was shot in the thigh, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. Gov. Andy Beshear posted a video just after 10:30 p.m. asking everyone in Louisville to go home.

A message from Governor Beshear on events tonight in Louisville. pic.twitter.com/XK8FZSXy8D

— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) September 24, 2020

Even amidst the profound grief & anger today’s decision generated, violence is never & can never be the answer. Those who engage in it must be held accountable. Jill & I are keeping the officers shot tonight in Louisville in our prayers. We wish them both a swift & full recovery.

— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) September 24, 2020

Praying for the two police officers that were shot tonight in Louisville, Kentucky. The Federal Government stands behind you and is ready to help. Spoke to @GovAndyBeshear and we are prepared to work together, immediately upon request!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 24, 2020