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Retired LMPD officer accused of stealing nearly $4,000 in overtime

Courier Journal 16 Jun 2026
In a May 26 letter to LMPD Chief Paul Humphrey announcing his resignation, Grider said serving Louisville residents had been an “honor and privilege.” ... Overtime use widespread at LMPD ... use at LMPD.
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Will LMPD charge Hardin County teens who allegedly brought gun to game?

Courier Journal 16 Jun 2026
Louisville Metro Police told The Courier Journal on June 15 no charges are expected from LMPD "at this time.". An LMPD report of the incident, obtained by The Courier Journal in May, states only that an "officer located a handgun on school property.".
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Ex-LMPD officer indicted after fatal shooting of naked, unarmed man

Courier Journal 15 Jun 2026
The grand jury considered, but did not indict on a charge of murder. The former officer, Nathan Stotts, resigned from LMPD after Chief Paul Humphrey indicated he intended to fire Stotts over the shooting, which killed 27-year-old Martin Nitzken Jr.
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LMPD killed her daughter. Now Rebecca Hall is calling for change

Courier Journal 15 Jun 2026
Rebecca Hall reflects on daughter Katelyn Hall’s killing by LMPD. Following the fatal LMPD shooting of Katelyn Hall, her mother, Rebecca Hall, speaks about her daughter’s life, death and the search for answers.
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Man struck by vehicle in downtown Louisville. LMPD investigating

Courier Journal 14 Jun 2026
The man, a pedestrian, suffered "critical and life-threatening injuries" after he was hit by the vehicle at Broadway and Ninth Street, LMPD spokesperson Aaron Ellis said.
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Suspect flees after robbing PNC Bank on Preston Highway, LMPD says

Courier Journal 12 Jun 2026
LMPD spokesperson Aaron Ellis said Sixth Division officers responded to a reported robbery at the PNC Bank in the 3000 block of Preston Highway ... LMPD's Robbery Unit is investigating.
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2 dead after apparent murder-suicide in Fern Creek, LMPD says

Courier Journal 10 Jun 2026
LMPD spokesperson Matthew Sanders said officers responded to the 5600 block of Oxford Court around 3.18 p.m ... LMPD's Homicide Unit believes the deaths were the result of an apparent ...
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Teen found dead near elementary school in Park DuValle, LMPD says

Courier Journal 10 Jun 2026
Show Caption ... Sanders said LMPD believes the victim was 15. LMPD's Homicide Unit is investigating and canvassing the area, Sanders said. Anyone with any information is asked to reach out to LMPD.
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Crowds are swarming Bardstown Road. Should LMPD arrest more people?

Courier Journal 10 Jun 2026
LMPD is set up on Central Ave ... After the news conference, an LMPD spokesperson told The Courier Journal that the median age of those arrested or cited was 26.5.
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Gerth: LMPD officer showed shocking disregard for human life | Opinion

Courier Journal 09 Jun 2026
LMPD to terminate officer who killed 'naked, unarmed' man ... LMPD Chief Paul Humphrey announced days later that he was starting the process to fire Stotts.
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LMPD officer resigns after fatal shooting of naked, unarmed man

Courier Journal 08 Jun 2026
LMPD to terminate officer who killed 'naked, unarmed' man ... immediately," according to a June 8 statement from LMPD ... Stotts is immediately and permanently separated from LMPD," the statement reads.
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LMPD official tells officers not to respond to oversight inquires

Courier Journal 08 Jun 2026
Eric Wampler, who leads LMPD’s Professional Standards internal affairs division, told the department’s more than 1,000 officers to refer those requests to him ... You may go through [Deputy Chief] McKinley for access to LMPD personnel,” Humphrey wrote.
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Groups call for prosecution of LMPD officer, reforms after shooting

Courier Journal 03 Jun 2026
LMPD to terminate officer who killed 'naked, unarmed' man ... The letter came one day after LMPD released body camera footage showing Stotts fatally shooting 27-year-old Martin Nitzken Jr ... LMPD continues ...
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LMPD to fire officer who shot, killed man in Klondike neighborhood

Courier Journal 02 Jun 2026
Nathan Stott, who LMPD identified as the officer who shot Martin ... "This decision reflects our commitment, the integrity of LMPD, the standards that we uphold, as well as safeguarding the community.
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Klondike shooting sparks fresh scrutiny of LMPD mental health responses

Courier Journal 02 Jun 2026
LMPD to terminate officer who killed 'naked, unarmed' man ... We have spoken to prospective partners that we will use to be in partnership with LMPD on this,” he said ... of civil rights violations by LMPD.
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