Lexington, Kentucky Shooting: State Trooper Wounded & Two Dead in Church Shooting Rampage
- Teo Drinkovic
- Jul 14, 2025
- 3 min read
Gunman wounds state trooper near Blue Grass Airport, then kills two and wounds two churchgoers at Richmond Road Baptist before being fatally shot by police
Introduction
Two people were killed, a state trooper was wounded, and several others were injured in a series of shootings that struck Lexington, Kentucky, on July 13.
The attacker was identified as 47‑year‑old Guy House, confirmed by the Fayette County coroner’s office and detailed by LEX 18 News and the New York Post. His identity was withheld initially until family notification. LEX18 News
How the Kentucky shooting unfolded
According to Kentucky State Police, the suspect first opened fire around 11:36 a.m. on July 13, shooting a Kentucky State Police trooper during a traffic stop near Blue Grass Airport—a license‑plate reader alert prompted the stop. He then fled toward the Richmond Road Baptist Church. MySanAntonio
Police later found him at the church, where he opened fire on congregants. Officers from KSP and Lexington PD surrounded him; he was shot and killed on site. Chief Lawrence Weathers confirmed that three officers discharged their weapons according to department policy. AP News
Victims of the Kentucky shooting
Beverly Gumm (72): A mother of eight, shot in the church’s basement kitchen—killed by a chest wound. LEX18 News
Christina Combs (34): Daughter of an older victim, killed outside the church building. LEX18 News
Pastor Jerry Gumm (husband of Beverly): Critically wounded inside the church; underwent surgery and remains sedated. LEX18 News
Randy Combs (husband of Christina): Critically wounded inside and outside the church; now stable and conscious. LEX18 News
State Trooper: Wounded during the vehicle stop; transported to hospital and now in stable condition. LEX18 News
Road closures on Terminal Drive and the 5800 block of Old Richmond Road were imposed to facilitate emergency access. Although flight operations weren’t interrupted, parts of the airport parking and adjacent roads were closed. People.com
Identity & Motive of the attacker
LEX 18 later confirmed the shooter as Guy House, age 47, with a documented criminal history.
According to the New York Post, Guy House went to the church seeking a specific individual—according to witnesses, he was looking for the mother of his three children. When told she hadn’t shown up, he allegedly said, “Well, someone’s gonna have to die then,” and opened fire.
This suggests a personal motive tied to his relationship with church members. Investigators have found no evidence of terrorism or broader threats to the airport.
Official Responses
Governor Andy Beshear called on the public to pray for the victims, praised the swift response from both Lexington Police and state troopers, and denounced the violence as “senseless”. The Guardian
Senator Rand Paul and Rep. Andy Barr also expressed condolences on X, urging prayers and highlighting the bravery of responding officers.
Attorney General Russell Coleman emphasized the importance of judicial cooperation, expressing support for law enforcement, investigators, and the church community. The Guardian
What’s Next
The investigation is in its early stages; authorities are collecting eyewitness accounts, reviewing video footage, and reconstructing the timeline.
This tragedy reignites concerns over security in places of worship, such as cameras, metal detectors, and trained security personnel. It also underscores the psychological impact on communities, widening distrust between society and institutions.
The incident is expected to spark state-level discussions on gun control, police funding, and safety protocols in public venues, alongside debates on mental health access and creating safer spaces, especially in churches and airports.
Conclusion
Another “senseless shooting” left lives shattered—and not the first this year. Without meaningful change, such tragedies will repeat, leaving more families devastated, more individuals injured, and fear spreading through the public.
This incident starkly reminds us of the complexity of gun violence, from logistical breakdowns to lasting mental trauma.
It’s now up to law enforcement, legislators, and the community to respond wisely—with actions that protect people, address root causes, and reduce the risk of history repeating itself.
People aren't safe in the church anymore
This is shame, where this country is going🤬
This happens almost every week in the USA😞😞😪
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