Person Dies in Police Shooting Near Florence, Kentucky Amazon Warehouse

A person died after being shot by police in Florence, Kentucky, on Monday, April 29, authorities confirmed.

The Boone County Public Safety Communications Center reported the incident occurred around 6:27 a.m. near the 7400 block of Industrial Road, close to an Amazon warehouse.

What Happened?
Police responded to an emergency call early Monday morning. Details about the situation leading to the shooting remain unclear. The person shot by officers was pronounced dead at the scene. No police officers were injured, according to dispatchers.

Location Details
The shooting happened near a busy industrial area, including Amazon’s Florence warehouse. Industrial Road is a key route for trucks and workers, but it was unclear if the warehouse was directly involved.

Current Updates
The identity of the person who died has not been released. The Florence Police Department has not shared further details, such as why officers opened fire or if a weapon was involved. The Enquirer has contacted the department for answers.

Next Steps
Kentucky State Police or an external agency may investigate the shooting, as is standard in officer-involved incidents. The findings will determine whether the officers’ actions followed state laws and department policies.