Kentucky State Police have confirmed that two people, one man and woman, are dead following a Thursday afternoon bank robbery in Berea, Kentucky — just south of Lexington. Both victims were confirmed to be employees at the bank.
The robbery and shooting happened just after 2 p.m. at a U.S. Bank location. Authorities confirmed that there were members of the public in the bank at the time.
The suspect is described as around 6 feet 3 inches tall, wearing a light-colored hooded sweatshirt, dark gloves, gray sweatpants, and light-colored athletic shoes.
Multiple agencies remained present in the area Thursday evening as the search for the suspect continues. The public is encouraged to keep their doors locked and contact police with any tips.
"Somebody came in to our town and hurt one of our own," KSP Trooper Scottie Pennington said. "I don't even have to know them...they work right here, so I'm aggravated. People behind me are aggravated. We're sworn to protect our community, and that's what we're going to our best to do."
This story was originally published by the Scripps News Group in Lexington, Kentucky.
