The Lexington Police Department has arrested an 18-year-old in connection to the weekend’s fatal mass shooting at a public park.
Late Sunday, police announced they charged 18-year-old Jametrius Griffin
with murder, two counts each of first- and second-degree assault and tampering with physical evidence.
A teen, 16-year-old Di’Zhon Robertson, was killed in Saturday's shooting, which occurred at Charles Young Park just before 7 p.m. during the neighborhood’s East End Day celebration.
Four others, including two minors, were wounded. Police report they sustained non-life threatening injuries.
Officials did not provide further details on Griffin.
Community support services are available at Dunbar Community Center Monday beginning at 2 until 3:30 p.m. and again 5 to 7 p.m.
At a press conference Sunday, One Lexington Director Devine Carama encouraged those who were struggling with the shooting to reach out and use the mental health resources available in the community.
"It's an opportunity for families to come out and get on-site short-term support, but then also we can connect you with with some long-term support," Carama said.
WEKU's Lily Burris contributed to this report.
