Kentucky State Police released more information on a trooper-involved shooting in Hardin County that happened back in April.
The incident occurred on April 16 around 1 a.m. following a traffic stop and police pursuit.
According to a release, a trooper pulled over a vehicle in Meade County and discovered the driver, 29-year-old Walter Leon Alexander Jr., from Louisville, had an active felony arrest warrant.
The trooper attempted to place Alexander under arrest, but Alexander drove away, leading to a police pursuit.
The pursuit ended as Alexander’s vehicle crashed near Radcliff. Police said Alexander left the vehicle with a firearm and began shooting in the direction of responding troopers.
Two troopers, Trooper Isaac Atwell and Trooper Dillon Spencer, exchanged gunfire with Alexander during the incident, Kentucky State Police confirmed.
Alexander was struck by gunfire, and Kentucky State Police said life-saving measures were performed until EMS arrived. He was taken to University Hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries, according to police.
On May 4, Alexander was released from the hospital and lodged in the Hardin County Detention Center.
Police said Alexander has been charged with two counts of attempted murder of a police officer, fleeing or evading police, wanton endangerment and criminal mischief.
The two troopers have been placed on administrative leave in accordance with Kentucky State Police policies and procedures.
Spencer has been with the Kentucky State Police for more than two years, and Atwell has been with the Kentucky State Police for more than a year.
Kentucky State Police is handling the ongoing investigation.
Source: WAVE
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