AN ‘active aggressor’ was reported at the Kentucky Exposition Center where thousands had gathered for a children’s sports game.
The venue in Louisville is also being used as a space for a fairground over the summer.
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It comes just hours after another shooting at Blue Grass Airport that ended at the Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington on Sunday morning where a state trooper was shot and two people were killed.
In a statement, Louisville Metro Police Department said there was an “active aggressor” at the Fairgrounds but that no victims have been found.
“Please avoid the area due to a heavy police presence,” they said.
Gunshots had previously been reported.
Thousands flooded the location over the weekend for the Run 4 the Roses Classic and the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League and Champions Youth Basketball League.
Footage of the basket ball courts shared online showed people leaving the area as a siren rang out.
The LMPD confirmed at 4:08pm Sunday that no shots have been fired and that there are no shooting victims.
Amid the panic, terrified families ran for cover.
Taking to social media, one witness said they were stuck in a bathroom with over 100 people.
“The park is on lockdown, my family and I are here and we’re locked down in a bathroom with maybe 150 people,” they wrote.
“Everyone is taking cover in buildings.”
An investigation is ongoing as responders continue to swarm the scene.
All basketball has finished for the day with officials not allowing reentry following the incident.
Cops have warned of huge traffic issues in the area but have made no comment about a suspect or any arrests.
A statement from Kentucky Venues released on Sunday afternoon read:
“Louisville Metro Police Department received a report of a possible active aggressor on-site at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
“We are deeply thankful that initial reports indicate no one was harmed.
“The facility remains closed at this time.”
“We are grateful for the swift and coordinated response from the Louisville Metro Police Department, our on-site security personnel, and public safety officials across the city.
“Their immediate action to search and secure the building ensured the safety of everyone on our campus.”
“Our priority remains the safety and well-being of our guests, staff and partners,” it added.
