On Friday, February 21, 2025, a tragic shooting occurred outside a driver’s license office in Louisville, Kentucky, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. The incident took place around noon at the Driver Licensing Regional Office on Dixie Highway.
Upon arrival, Louisville Metro Police Department officers found a man deceased at the scene and two women with critical injuries; the women were transported to a nearby hospital but later died from their wounds. The victims have been identified as 18-year-old Leslye M. Harbin Jr., 33-year-old Antwanette Chillers, and 29-year-old Raysa Pacios Valdes.
Witnesses described a chaotic scene, with gunfire erupting outside the busy office, which had a line of people waiting for services. The assailant or assailants fled the scene in a vehicle, and no arrests have been made as of yet. Authorities are reviewing surveillance footage to identify potential suspects.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear condemned the violence, referring to it as a “senseless act,” and expressed gratitude to law enforcement for their swift response. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet reported that office security quickly secured the building, ensuring the safety of employees.
The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation, and police have not yet determined any connections between the victims. The community is urged to provide any information that might assist in the investigation.
