Tragedy Strikes Lexington Church After Traffic Stop Turns Deadly

On July 13, 2025, a police traffic stop in Lexington, Kentucky, turned tragic when a suspect shot and injured a state trooper, fled the scene,

and later opened fire at Richmond Road Baptist Church. The rampage left two women dead and two men injured before the suspect was fatally shot by police.

The victims were identified as Christina Combs, 34, and Beverly Gumm, 72. One injured man remains in critical condition.

Authorities believe the shooter may have had a personal connection to someone at the church, though the motive is still under investigation.

The church, known for its tight-knit community, has been left heartbroken. Loved ones shared emotional tributes—Beverly’s

daughter, Rachael, mourned both her mother and sister, Christina, a nursing student and mother of five who was nearing graduation.

Community members have launched fundraisers to help the families, and local leaders, including Governor Andy Beshear,

have offered condolences and praised law enforcement for their swift response.

As Lexington reels from this act of violence, residents are uniting in grief and support, determined to honor the

victims and begin healing. The tragedy has left a lasting mark, but the community remains strong in its resolve to stand together.