Tragedy at East End Day Shooting | Lexington News

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

A shooting erupted at Charles Young Park during a joyful community event, leaving five people wounded—including a four-year-old, a 14-year-old, and a 16-year-old who died. Lakeisha Martin, 39, was critically injured with two bullets while fleeing, underwent surgery, and remains in pain but is expected to recover. Her brother pleads for prayers for her, her boyfriend, all victims, and their families. Eighteen-year-old Jametrius M. Griffin has been arrested on murder and assault charges. The tragedy shattered a day meant to unite the neighborhood. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…